Steel-Cut Oats

Steel-cut oats are one of the most nutritious carb sources available, which is vital to a runner's diet! Oats are naturally nutritious but since steel-cut oats are minimally processed, the nutrition is left in tact compared to rolled oats and instant oats.

My struggle with steel-cut oats is taste. I've tried and failed with several recipes but keep trying because I know they are so good for you! I finally found a winner with this recipe... it's a keeper.

2 C. water
2 C. low-fat milk
1/4 t. salt
1 C. steel-cut oats
1 t. vegan butter
1/3 heaping C. raisins (or other dried fruit without added sugar)
2 t. agave nectar
Fresh fruit, cinnamon, and honey to taste

1. Combine water, milk, salt in large saucepan. Bring to boil.
2. Slowly add oats, stirring constantly with wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in butter, raisins, and agave nectar. Cover and continue to simmer another 10-15 minutes, stirring often to prevent cereal from sticking to pan, until oats are soft and mixture is creamy.
4. Refrigerate or serve immediately. When ready to serve, add cinnamon and honey to taste. Top with apples, peeled, cored and chopped (or other fruit as desired).

Serves 4-6.

I'd love to hear how you prepare steel-cut oats if you eat them.