In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Slowly, stir the oats and let the water return to a rolling boil. Immediately, reduce heat to a simmer. Stir in the cinnamon and sugar and continue to cook on low for 1 minute.

Add the half and half, stir and cook 2 minutes more - or until oats are at your desired consistency.

To serve, distribute oatmeal among 4 serving bowls and top each serving with a sprinkle of brown sugar and a pat of butter.






Just an easy recipe for from-scratch oatmeal. Make sure to use quick oats. Old Fashioned oats will require more cooking time... consult the package label for instructions.

Mr Breakfast would like to thank MooCow for this recipe.

Overall Average Rating = 4 (out of 5)

Based on 8 votes.

From Crispy K.

Rating (out of 5):

Was good. Would make again.

Comment submitted: 8/24/2016 (#20030)



From mamaofone

Rating (out of 5):

Tasty and my five year old loves it too!

Comment submitted: 6/25/2013 (#16072)



From YumYum14

Rating (out of 5):

I topped it off with honey and a little more cinnamon. Good stuff!

Comment submitted: 3/2/2013 (#15285)



From Lucy

Rating (out of 5):

I liked the simplicity and the flavor.

Comment submitted: 11/28/2012 (#14910)



From Jud

Rating (out of 5):

I usually eat flavored packet oatmeal and am trying to go healthier. This is a very good substitute.

Comment submitted: 9/28/2012 (#14472)



From oatmealmom

Rating (out of 5):

Simple and super delicious. My daughter loved it and I did too.

Comment submitted: 10/6/2011 (#12987)



From FitKids

Rating (out of 5):

Fast and easy to make. Very tasty. My five-year old likes it and it's healthier and cheaper than the packets, thanks!

Comment submitted: 4/14/2011 (#12455)



From cocoj

Pretty good.

Comment submitted: 12/6/2009 (#9173)



From mom

Rating (out of 5):

I was all out of fruit in the house so needed a nice simple basic oatmeal recipe. This fit the bill perfectly and the kids loved it.

Comment submitted: 10/22/2009 (#8879)

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