"Best" Oatmeal Ever

[a_boleyn]

I didn't grow up eating oatmeal for breakfast but, over the years, I've periodically given it a try in the interest of healthy eating.

My pantry door can barely close and, often, when I open it, things fall out. (Not that that's a new occurrence.) Still, I DO try to clear things out periodically. So, when I ran across a mostly full jar of bulgur

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[iulia_linnea]

That really looks good. I'm bookmarking it, too. I like savory oatmeal, which I usually make with a bone broth and then add a wee bit of Parmesan or Pecorino Romano and roasted mushrooms to (and sometimes, some chia). There are so many ways to tart up an oatmeal into a savory dish!

[a_boleyn]

A savoury version of oatmeal doesn't really appeal to me, to be honest. I'd probably make some sort of oatmeal cookies with the rest of the oatmeal in my pantry.

[iulia_linnea]

When I was little, I used to think that oatmeal cookies were a betrayal of everything good, but I bet yours are delicious.

I just looked at several of your posts and have decided that I need to go to the store to find something interesting to cook. I've been keeping things pretty simple while Shog's been away, but now I'm inspired. :D

[a_boleyn]

I've tried a few oatmeal cookie recipes over the years. Coconut and raisins are the only add-ins I've used cause if I wanted to add chocolate chips, I'd make chocolate chip cookies.

https://aboleyn01.wordpress.com/2017/09/17/barbies-super-simple-oatmeal-cookies-with-coconut/

https://aboleyn01.wordpress.com/2016/12/13/coconut-oatmeal-cookies/

https://aboleyn01.wordpress.com/2016/09/11/soft-and-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies/

I'm always cooking for just me so simplicity of the recipe depends on energy level and grocery shopping budget. :)

[iulia_linnea]

Thank you for the links. :D