Basic Rolled Oats

Nash's rolled oats

Nash’s naked oats – grown and rolled right here on the farm!

1 cup Nash’s rolled oats
2 cups water or milk, or a combination
Pinch of salt (optional)
Pad of butter (optional)
1 teaspoon honey, give or take (optional)
Fresh or dried fruit (optional)
Nuts, lightly crushed (optional)

Tip: Quickly remove some of the oat hulls that slipped through the roller, by swirling the oats in water and skimming off any hulls that float to the top.

Combine oats and water/milk in a pot over medium-low heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Once the oats begin to soften and the liquid thickens, you can add a pinch of salt, plus an optional pad of butter, or a teaspoon of honey, etc. Simmer and stir until the oats reach your desired texture and consistency. You may need to cook them for about 20 minutes to soften the bran. When serving, top with chopped fresh or dried fruit and lightly crushed nuts.