Goldilocks Oatmeal

(6 servings)

  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (old fashioned not instant)
  • maple syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon raisins
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a rolling boil, add salt if desired, and pour in the oatmeal, stirring to the mix. Over medium heat, cook the oatmeal for about 5 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Put into bowls and drizzle desired amount of maple syrup on top and the stir in cinnamon and raisins.


This recipe will make 6 cups of oatmeal. It makes a great breakfast on a chilly morning with a refreshing glass of orange juice.


Mr Breakfast would like to thank laplant77 for this recipe.

Recipe number 1950. Submitted 1/5/2007.