Julie Clark
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Lumberjack Oatmeal
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Thick, hearty, cooked rolled oats, raisins and nuts fill this lightly sweetened lumberjack oatmeal. This hot cereal is true comfort food, warming you up on cold winter mornings.
Lumberjack Oatmeal Recipe
Cooked, rolled oats with nuts and raisins in every bite. You don’t have to cut trees in order to enjoy this hearty breakfast. This is a recipe that Matt grew up on and talks about every winter. I put him to work this past week, recreating the recipe based on the ingredients that his aunt told him were in it. I love seeing him work in the kitchen. He can follow a recipe, but he can also whip up delicious recipes by just throwing things together. I was completely depending on him for this one since I had never tasted lumberjack oatmeal.
Is it okay to eat oatmeal every day?
If you don’t add a lot of sugar and watch your portion sizes, oatmeal is a great way to start the day. It will fill you up, provide fiber and important minerals such as magnesium, zinc and iron. For flavor, add fresh fruit, nuts, or a sprinkling of cinnamon. A special treat like this lumberjack oatmeal should only be eaten on occasion because of the added sugar.
You can also eat oatmeal in our oatmeal breakfast cookies!
Old Fashioned Oats vs Quick Oats
This recipe calls for old fashioned rolled oats. So how do these compare to quick oats? It’s a matter of processing. Quick oats are rolled oats that are processed and “chopped up” more so that they cook faster. According to Quaker Oats, there are no major differences in the nutritional value of the different types of oats. Use whichever oats you need for your recipe!
How to Make Oatmeal on the Stove
Making oatmeal on the stove takes a bit more time than quick cook oats in the microwave, but if you like a hearty oatmeal they are worth it!
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In a medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a rolling boil.
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Stir in oats, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from the heat and add the remaining ingredients. Stir until well combined. Serve hot.
Make Old Fashioned Oats in the Microwave
If you are short on time or don’t have access to a stove, you can make old fashioned oats in the microwave:
- Combine water, salt and oats in a medium microwave-safe bowl. We like to use a bowl with high sides so it doesn’t boil over.
- Microwave on high for 2 ½ to 3 minutes.
- Stir before serving.
What are good oatmeal toppings?
In this lumberjack oatmeal, you’ll add walnut and raisins. We flavor it with salt, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Brown sugar and a touch of molasses add sweetness. I was completely expecting this recipe to be sweeter than it was. I love that it is not overly sweet. If you’d like your oatmeal a little sweeter, you can increase the brown sugar or the molasses…or both. 🙂
Other Oatmeal Recipes
Lumberjack Oatmeal
Hearty cooked rolled oats, raisins and nuts fill this lightly sweetened lumberjack oatmeal. This hot cereal will warm you up on cold winter mornings.
Servings 6 servings
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Ingredients
- 5 3/4 cups water
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups Quaker Old Fashioned Oats
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions
- Bring water and salt to a rolling boil.
- Stir in oats, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from the heat and add the remaining ingredients. Stir until well combined. Serve hot.
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Notes
The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 6 people, with one serving being ⅙ of the oatmeal. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**
Nutrition
Serving: 371g | Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 381mg | Potassium: 377mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2.6mg
Oatmeal is always great, I love its benefits for our health