Oats for Breakfast

I've been having cooked whole oats for breakfast lately. They're good for winter, because they're warming, and whole grains sustain you longer than ground grains like cracked cereal or bread. I cook them overnight in a small crockpot.



You can spice them up with cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, cardamon or ginger. And you can add fruit or chopped nuts before serving.

Here's the basic recipe for one serving:

1/3-1/2 cup whole oat groats (I like to soak them in water for 8-10 hours first, but it's optional)
2 cups water
Spices to taste

Rinse the oats in a strainer. Combine everything in a small crockpot, and cook overnight on low for 8-10 hours. The amount of water varies. Some crockpots will need more water than others. If desired, add fruit and/or chopped nuts before serving.