Old Fashioned Oats

Range Top Microwave
Servings 1 2 3 1
Water 1 cup 1 3/4 cups 2 1/2 cups 1 cup
Salt (optional) dash 1/8 tsp 1/8 tsp dash
Oats 1/2 cup 1 cup 1 1/2 cups 1/2 cup

*  For thicker oatmeal use less water. For thinner oatmeal use more water.

Stove Top Directions

  1. Stir oats into rapidly boiling salted water.
  2. Cook about 5 minutes over medium heat; stir occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat. Stir and serve.

Microwave Directions

  1. For 1 serving, combine water, salt and oats in a 2-cup microwaveable bowl.
  2. Microwave on high 2 1/2 to 3 minutes; stir occasionally.
  3. Mix well before serving.