Steel Cut Oats

[marni]

I love Mccanns Irish oatmeal (steel cut). I cook up a big pot once a week and then nuke a serving for breakfast- 1 minute to gratification. I prefer to soak them for a couple of hours, bring them to a boil and then simmer with an occasional stir untile they are thickened and the water is gone. A latte, steel cut oatmeal with milk and a handful of raisins will get me through my normal training ride of 40-50 miles with a gel or a handful of sports beans at the halfway point.

marni

[kacie tri-ing]

So I am jumping into the mix here! I did the "leave it overnight" business, and put sugar free syrup in it. The first morning was not that great, so I added less water. This morning, it was fantastic! Just perfect!

Anyone do baked oatmeal? I had some at a bed and breakfast and LOVED it, but I haven't tried it yet myself. Any ideas?

[SadieKate]

For those that asked, here's reasonable explanation of the differences found in oats, oatmeal, etc., though I'm not a proponent of the Zone Diet.
http://www.formerfatguy.com/articles/oatmeal/oats.asp

And, truthfully, the idea of cooking a grain overnight makes me think of library paste. But I like to chew my cereal which can only be done if the fiber is kept intact by not overcooking (and then it doesn't cause as much of a blood sugar spike). Just my humble opinion.

Even Bob's Red Mill only recommends cooking for 8-10 mins.
http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes_detail.php?rid=1367

[Veronica]

I like the steel cut oats too. I cook mine on low for 30 minutes while I'm in the shower. They don't get stirred or anything. I like the idea that I am "multitasking".

Veronica

[SadieKate]

I cook mine on low for 30 minutes while I'm in the shower. They don't get stirred or anything. I like the idea that I am "multitasking".

Veronica

I have a houseboy to cook mine.

[Pedal Wench]

I just decided to try it too. Camping this weekend. Hoping to soak it overnight, then heating it up in the morning. How bad can it be?

[itself]

Well, based on this thread, I had to go out and buy some steel cut oat. I will never go back to standard oat! I love the texture, and cooked them on the stove. I am eating the leftovers from yesterday, heated up in the microwave they taste just fine.

thanks for recommending them!

Lisa