How to learn how to cook oatmeal

Breakfast is a tradition for many. This delicious porridge is considered one of the most useful morning dishes.

To make it edible "by the ears do not pull", you need to know how to cook it properly and what to serve.



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Oatmeal is prepared from oats: the grain is flattened, steamed and the result is called oatmeal. Depending on the degree of grinding, several types of oatmeal are distinguished.

This is Extra No. 1, Extra No. 2, Extra No. 3. The first flakes are thin and large, the second smaller, the last the smallest, almost powdered. Prepared oatmeal "Extra" very quickly, literally steamed with boiling water.

There are also such types of oatmeal: "Hercules" and petals. They are much thicker than other species. Suitable for those who are important that grains are as little processed as possible and retain more nutrients and valuable substances. And those who are willing to spend time cooking.



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How to properly cook oatmeal

1. Oatmeal can be cooked both on water and on milk. The main thing is to observe the proportions of liquid and flakes during cooking. To make oatmeal appear liquid, take 1 part of flakes and 3 parts of liquid, for semi-viscosity - keep the proportions 1: 2.5, for viscous - 1: 2.
   
   
   
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2. Pour liquid into the pan first. Bring it to a boil. A little salt, sweeten and add flakes to boiling water. Once again bring the liquid to a boil along with the flakes, stirring constantly.
   
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3. Then take the pot off the fire. Cover the pan with a lid and let the porridge infuse for a few minutes. 759793
   
   
   
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4. You can cook oatmeal in the microwave. To do this, water and flakes must be mixed immediately. Bring the microwave porridge to a boil and get it. Then cover the container with porridge for a few minutes so that the flakes soak in steam and swell more.
   
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5. How do you make lazy oatmeal? You can also cook oatmeal by steaming. Pour oatmeal in the evening with the appropriate amount of freshly boiled liquid and seal tightly. During the night, the oatmeal will absorb liquid and be ready by morning. You just need to warm it up in the microwave.
   
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6. Another hot oatmeal should be generously lubricated with oil. Either vegetable or creamy. It's good to mix.
   
   
   
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In order not to eat oatmeal dry, add milk or yogurt. Vegetarians replace cow’s milk with almond milk. And also add various nuts and dried fruits or fresh berries. So the dish looks brighter and will taste better.