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To prepare the recipe of oats porridge, begin with 50 grams of a healthy base. You could use either 250 ml of milk or water; if you want it creamier, then milk would be recommended. In a saucepan, mix the oats with the liquid of your choice, ensuring they are well combined, then continue to the next step.
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Set the saucepan to medium heat once you have the oats and liquid mixed up. As you warm the mixture up a little, bring it to a very gentle boil, stirring occasionally so you don't get the oats stuck to the bottom of your pan.
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But I can assure you that this is the most crucial step as the oatmeal would boil unevenly, and what would be even worse is when the oats clump together. You know you are doing everything correctly when you hear the soothing bubbling of the oatmeal cooking, thereby raising your hopes of a lovely breakfast.
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Once it boils, reduce heat to low. Simmer the oatmeal for about 5-7 minutes by which it absorbs the liquid and is softened to your liking. Stir occasionally during the simmering process, as this ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
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Chances are that you will find oats swelling, becoming creamy in consistency, and turning into a hearty porridge. The wonderful aroma it will waft in your kitchen is bound to attract anyone near and make it impossible not to wait eagerly to enjoy a warm bowl of oatmeal.
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Once your oats reach the texture you want, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the porridge sit for another 1 to 2 minutes.
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The time the oatmeal spends sitting thickens it a little, and it develops an extra richness. While letting your oatmeal sit, you might get ready for your toppings. Toppings often turn a pretty simple dish into something spectacular.
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It is time to eat. Pour the freshly cooked oats porridge into the serving bowl, and create a cosy nest for your selection of toppings.
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Here, oats porridge shows its grandeur and can be tuned to individual tastes. If you want an organic sweetness and flavour, chop fruits like bananas, apples, or berries. Each one of them gives a different taste to your oatmeal experience and provides crucial vitamins.
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You can top it with a few nuts or seeds for some crunch, though nuts like almonds, walnuts, or chia seeds work well if you like them because they have some healthful benefits to begin with and add a nice textural element to your porridge.
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The final flourish is a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for added sweetness. It would be perfect for those who like a little spice in their kitchen to settle in at the top with a pinch of cinnamon warmth and intricacy to add up to a nice flavour.
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The oats porridge delivered turns out to be more than just a meal. It is, in fact, a creative canvas. Hence, you can combine various toppings by seasonal availability or what you have in your disposals, and it can be exciting. Be it simple or with all the toppings, oats porridge caters to your cravings.
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This comforting dish is satisfying but packed with fibre and nutrients, which makes it a great way to start your day. Treat yourself to a warm creamy oats porridge; take time to appreciate the delightful flavours and the rich textures that come with each spoonful.
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Such nourishing qualities and the easiness at which it can be prepared will surely make the oats porridge recipe a favourite in one's breakfast rotation, inviting one to indulge in wholesome beginnings.