Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup quick oats
- 4 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ cup milk (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Add salt to water.
- Add quick oats to water and stir to combine. Let boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and cover. Let stand for 5 minutes to allow oats to cook.
- Add brown sugar and maple syrup to oatmeal and stir to combine.
- If desired, add milk to oatmeal and stir. This gives the oatmeal a creamier texture, but can easily be omitted.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes and serve.
Recipe and Photo: Make Better Food / CC BY
