Don’t just follow the instructions on the box, our recipe for making oatmeal in the microwave is SO much better! A hearty, delicious breakfast in less than 5 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 3/4 cup whole milk (can also substitute low far or skim)
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a large (at least 4 cup capacity) bowl and stir.
- Microwave for 3 minutes and 30 seconds. Remove the bowl from the microwave and cover with a plate for 2 minutes. The oats will continue to soak up the milk as it sits, so if you want a thicker consistency let the oats sit for a 2 minutes longer.
- Stir and serve with desired toppings, see the post for ideas.
Recipe Notes
Store: Cover and store any leftover oatmeal in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
