Ina Garten Overnight Irish Oatmeal
Ina’s method gently simmers steel-cut oats the night before, then lets them sit covered so they finish cooking perfectly by morning. One batch serves 6–8 and reheats beautifully with milk and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 5
- Soaking Time: 360
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups steel-cut oats
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- For serving: whole milk, chopped salted nuts, dried cranberries or other dried fruit, maple syrup, brown sugar, or fresh berries
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil – In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a full boil over high heat.
- Add oats and salt – Stir in the steel-cut oats and kosher salt. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cover and let sit overnight – Remove from heat, cover tightly, and let stand at room temperature overnight (8–12 hours).
- Reheat in the morning – Stir in a splash of milk or water and warm gently over low heat or in the microwave until hot and creamy.
- Add toppings – Serve with warm milk, chopped nuts, dried cranberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup or brown sugar.
- Portion leftovers – Store extras in containers for quick reheating throughout the week.
Find it online: https://inagartendishes.com/ina-garten-overnight-irish-oatmeal/