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There’s no denying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  However, it’s important to choose the right type of foods in order to set the proper tone and get started on the right foot.  For me, there’s no finer choice than steel cut Irish oatmeal.

Slow-cooked oatmeal is a low GI (gastro-intestinal) food, which means it will sustain one for a much longer period of time than would a food that is otherwise high in sugars and fats.  This has a profound benefit in helping to prevent mid-morning snacking or bingeing. 

In addition to being an appetite suppressor, the FDA has endorsed oatmeal in the fight against heart disease and certain cancers.  Other studies have shown that oatmeal can play a leading role in the battle with high blood pressure.  The high soluble fiber content in oats also aids in general intestinal health.

Slow-cooked oatmeal is intimidating to some, particularly considering the ease and convenience of quick, instant oatmeal varieties currently on the market.  While there is some health benefit among the instant oatmeal options, it’s not nearly on par to that which can be achieved by slow-cooking it yourself. 

The slow-cooking process typically takes no more than 40 minutes.  As an additional health-boosting benefit, I stir in some ground flax meal to the oatmeal once it has cooked.  I like to prepare several servings at once, and keep the remainder in the refrigerator, where it lasts for an entire week.  Simply add a 1/2 cup or so to a bowl and heat in the microwave.  I then add some raisins or berries on top, with a touch of honey.

There’s no beating the wholesome goodness of slow-cooked steel cut oats.

chris@clawblog.com

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