Baked oatmeal

[Lintu]

I have a little obsession.  Make it on Monday, reheat the rest of the week...if it lasts that long.  And there are (as with regular oatmeal) about a million variations.

Go try it!!

[Tim]

Ok. Where to start?

[Lintu]

This was the first one I made: http://www.cookingwithmykid.com/recipes/peaches-and-cream-oatmeal/

And then we made this one yesterday: http://www.everydaytastes.com/2013/01/07/baked-blueberry-oatmeal/

I've already eaten the batch from yesterday!

[Tim]

This was the first one I made: http://www.cookingwithmykid.com/recipes/peaches-and-cream-oatmeal/

And then we made this one yesterday: http://www.everydaytastes.com/2013/01/07/baked-blueberry-oatmeal/

I've already eaten the batch from yesterday!

I will try the baked blueberry. It sounds yum.

[Lintu]

I will try the baked blueberry. It sounds yum.

I liked it a lot (obviously, or I wouldn't have eaten the whole pan )  I saw a blueberry-coconut version of it, but I don't have any unsweetened coconut on hand.

[Tim]

I liked it a lot (obviously, or I wouldn't have eaten the whole pan )  I saw a blueberry-coconut version of it, but I don't have any unsweetened coconut on hand.

That sounds really good too!!

I'll let you know when I make some. Probably not until next week.

[badger]

Baked oatmeal is absolutely a favorite around here. We use the first recipe Lintu posted a lot.

[badger]

Watch out because some recipes have a lot of sugar and oil!

[Eco Ellen]

I've been making oatmeal in my crockpot and eating it the rest of the week too.  It's fabulous.  I have never had baked oatmeal.

[Lintu]

I've been making oatmeal in my crockpot and eating it the rest of the week too.  It's fabulous.  I have never had baked oatmeal.

Do you do steel cut?  I want to try that.  I have a tasty-looking recipe.

Here's another baked one I've been wanting to do: http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2013/01/03/apple-cinnamon-raisin-walnut-baked-oatmeal/

[Eco Ellen]

Do you do steel cut?  I want to try that.  I have a tasty-looking recipe.

Here's another baked one I've been wanting to do: http://www.browneyedbaker.com/2013/01/03/apple-cinnamon-raisin-walnut-baked-oatmeal/

I have used both old fashioned oats and steel cut.  I think I like the old fashioned a little bit better, but both are great.

I am 44 years old and I never had real oatmeal until this year.  I've been eating instant all this time!  I'm a changed woman.

[redkitty]

So is the baked oatmeal crunchy? 

[Lintu]

So is the baked oatmeal crunchy? 

Only around the edges - it's mostly soft (but not as soft as regular)

[redkitty]

I must try this then.  One of the reasons I hate oatmeal is because of its texture.  But I love oatmeal cookies that are soft. perhaps this will be a nice texture for me. 

[Run Amok]

I must try this then.  One of the reasons I hate oatmeal is because of its texture.  But I love oatmeal cookies that are soft. perhaps this will be a nice texture for me. 

I do not like soft oatmeal either. I eat my oatmeal one it is cold and congealed. I also eat it savory. I cook my oatmeal in the microwave and it turns out nice and firm. .5 cup old fashioned oats plus 1 cup water, and then I cook for 6 minutes on 40% power. That way it cooks but doesn't overflow and make a mess. (just in case you want to try a single serving before you try the whole baking thing)

[redkitty]

RA-- thanks.I will try that as well.  I also prefer savory over sweet.

[Run Amok]

If you like savory oatmeal, one of my favoite breakfasts is oatmeal, over easy egg (or two), plus half an avocado and some sriracha sauce. So good! 1 egg, 1/2 cup old fashiond oats, 1/2 med avocado is about 360 calories. This is one of my favorite post-run breakfasts.

I also like my oatmeal with tabasco, salt, and pepper (and cheddar cheese!).

My sweet version is to spoon 5 stewed prunes and top with a small handful of toasted almonds.

[onawhim]

I love savory oatmeal.  This one is really good.  Even better with hot sauce and an egg 

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2009/01/mark-bittmans-savory-oatmeal-with-scallions-and-soy-sauce-recipe.html

[Run Amok]

I love savory oatmeal.  This one is really good.  Even better with hot sauce and an egg 

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2009/01/mark-bittmans-savory-oatmeal-with-scallions-and-soy-sauce-recipe.html

You are my doppleganger. At least when it comes to food! I need to try that one! Although, I SCOFF at their 2tsp of soy sauce.

[Eco Ellen]

I've got a definite sweet tooth.  I'm going to try this.