Recipes for Steel Cut Oats

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired steel cut oats
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the expired steel cut oats and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the milk, diced apples, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes or until the oats are tender and the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups expired steel cut oats
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
• 1/4 cup dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey or maple syrup, almond butter or peanut butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add the expired steel cut oats, chopped nuts, and dried fruits. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Press the mixture firmly into the greased baking dish, ensuring it's evenly spread.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the bars turn golden brown around the edges.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
7. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
8. Enjoy these delicious oat bars as a quick and nutritious snack!

Ingredients

• 1 cup slightly expired steel cut oats
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the steel cut oats according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
4. Add the bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Add the cooked steel cut oats to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
7. Pour the sauce over the oat and vegetable mixture, and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well-coated and heated through.
8. Serve hot as a main dish or as a side dish with your choice of protein.
9. Enjoy!