Dry Oatmeal Mix Recipe
I really have enjoyed this recipe and the ease of preparation. Also, very economical to have on hand. Those small packets of pre-flavored oatmeal do get pricey. and if you use a rice cooker it will cook itself.
I really have enjoyed this recipe and the ease of preparation. Also, very economical to have on hand. Those small packets of pre-flavored oatmeal do get pricey. and if you use a rice cooker it will cook itself.
- Carbohydrate 20.68214725 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 1.70788275 g
- Fiber 3.72047505941391 g
- Protein 3.3136715 g
- Saturated Fat 0.33727095 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (125g)
- Sodium 9.309775 mg
- Sugar 16.9616721905861 g
- Trans Fat 0.308767925 g
- Calories 108 calories
Step-by-step
- In a large bowl, combineall dry ingredients
- Store in an airtight conatiner in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
- Yield aprox 8 cups total.
- To prepare oatmeal: Shake mix well and measure out oatmeal into bowl, add water, and microwave for 3 minutes.
- Or on a stovetop, in a saucepan, bring water to a boil; slowly stir in 1/2 cup mix.
- Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat.
- Cover and let stand for 1 minute or until oatmeal reaches desired consistency.
- For Rice cooker: Before going to bed put 1 part oats mix and 3 parts water in the rice cooker. (A full cup of oats will make three medium or two large servings.) Soaking overnight makes the oats cook more quickly and it also minimizes the risk of boiling over. In the morning turn on the rice cooker and forget. Come bake in aprox 30 minutes for a yummy, warm breakfast.
- Some times I will use Milk or apple juice instead of water.
- When serving add more milk to likeing and honey if you like
Texture and Particle Size
Warm bowls of grain present a soft, cohesive consistency that yields easily to the spoon without gumming up the palate. Achieving this uniform texture relies entirely on the mechanical breakdown of the dry components before any liquid touches the bowl. When combining quick-cooking oats with dense spices like ground cloves and nutmeg, the finer powders tend to settle at the bottom of storage vessels if not thoroughly aerated. Whisk the dry ingredients vigorously for at least sixty seconds to distribute the dense aromatic compounds evenly throughout the larger oat flakes, preventing isolated pockets of bitterness in your morning bowl.
Moisture Management and Storage Life
Dry blends containing dehydrated fruit demand strict airtight containment to prevent ambient humidity from triggering microbial growth or textural degradation. Dehydrated apples retain varying levels of internal moisture that, when exposed to air, will migrate to the surrounding oats and cause premature spoiling. Store the sealed container in a dark pantry where temperatures remain consistently below 70 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring the mixture stays fresh and pest-free for up to six months. Neglecting this barrier allows moisture to enter, leading to clumping and rancidity in the fats naturally present within the oat groats.
Cooking Mechanics and Liquid Ratios
Standardizing the liquid-to-oat ratio prevents the mixture from turning into an unpalatable paste or remaining overly watery during cooking. Utilizing a one-to-two ratio of dry mix to water for stovetop preparation ensures rapid hydration during the required one-minute simmer. Substituting dairy milk or fruit juice alters the starch gelatinization point and requires frequent stirring over medium heat to prevent scorching at the base of the saucepan. Overnight soaking in a rice cooker breaks down complex starches ahead of heating, effectively reducing cooking times and eliminating messy boil-overs on the countertop.
