Make Ahead Oatmeal - Packets & Cook Ahead Methods
These make ahead packs are what get us through hectic weekday mornings!
Servings - 1 pack
Ingredients
- 1 cup quick cooking oats
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a sandwich size plastic baggie. Seal tightly and store up to 2 months in the pantry.
- To cook: Bring 2 cups of water to bubbling, then pour in the contents of the baggie. Stir well and reduce heat to medium and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.
- Serve Oatmeal with milk or yogurt and fresh fruit.
- Sugar-free option: Omit the brown sugar and stir in 2 Tbsp maple syrup while the oatmeal is cooking.