Steel cut oats are delicious and have a wonderful chewy texture. Their whole-grain goodness can’t be denied. Unfortunately, they take close to an hour to cook, which isn’t really an option on a busy workday morning. The great news is that steel cut oats make a great option for your slow cooker. Take your favorite recipe, pop the ingredients in a slow cooker, add a little extra water, and leave it overnight so you can wake up to a luxuriously creamy, chewy oatmeal that’s ready to enjoy. If you need a little inspiration, give this 3 Guiding Stars-earning Pumpkin Irish Oatmeal a try.
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Pumpkin Irish Oatmeal
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Calling all lovers of pumpkin and oatmeal: this recipe is for you. Gorgeous pumpkin bakes down into a spiced, nutrient-rich glaze that pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of toasted oats.
Servings: 4 Servings (407 G )
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 1 1/2 cups steel cut oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons date puree
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in an oven-proof lidded pan. Stir in the oats and fry them, stirring frequently until they smell toasted.
- Push the oats to the side and add remaining oil. Add in the pumpkin. Fry it in the oil, only stirring after about a minute. Stir in the sugar and spices and continue frying the puree until the color darkens slightly and the raw smell disappears.
- Pour in the milk and whisk everything to combine. Whisk in the water, vanilla and salt. Put a lid on the pan and put it in the oven. Bake for 35 minutes. Stir and allow oatmeal to sit for a few minutes to thicken and cool before serving.
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