Ingredients
- 1 cup steel cut oats
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 2 bananas, mashed
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/3 cup Diamond of California® Chopped Walnuts
The Steps
- Bring water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the oats and the salt. Allow to simmer until about 80% of the water has been absorbed, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the milk, mashed bananas, maple syrup and cinnamon, whisking to combine if needed. Return to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency, about another 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the walnuts and vanilla.
- Serve with additional banana slices, cinnamon, chopped walnuts, maple syrup, or honey as desired.
NOTES
Use any kind of milk you like – almond, soy, or coconut milk for a healthier, non-dairy option, or whole milk for a richer oatmeal.
RECIPE CONTRIBUTED BY STEPHIE COOKS
