Steel cut oats have a delicious, nutty, flavor and texture, but they take longer to prepare than oatmeal. Using a few simple steps the night before, you can create an incredibly tasty and nutritious grab-and-go meal.
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup old-fashioned or steel cut oats (or buckwheat, or oat groats) – or use a combination for different textures
-3/4 cup nondairy milk (almond, hemp, soy, etc) – can substitute with water
-1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
-1 teaspoon chia seeds
-1 teaspoon raisins
-Dash of real vanilla, or 1/2 vanilla bean* (optional)
-1 cup berries or fruit of choice (can use fresh or frozen)
Instructions:
At least 3 hours before you plan to eat, add all the ingredients except for the berries and stir well with a spoon.
Top with berries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. It will be good for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. A little preparation makes for an excellent breakfast on the run.