Pan-Seared Almond Oatmeal

Since steel-cut oats are one of my favorite breakfasts, I loved this idea of adding a little crunch to it by searing. Top with any fruit or nuts you like. Yum!

Pan-Seared Almond Oatmeal
Just the Tip / Inspired by Get Off Your Tush and Cook

Here’s what I used:

• 2 cups water
• 2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup loosely packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups steel-cut oats
• butter for searing
• toppings of your choice (I chose slivered almonds and real maple syrup)

Here’s what I did:

1. Combine the water, almond milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir in oats. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon oatmeal into an 11 x 7″ baking dish coated with cooking spray and allow to cool to room temp. Cover and chill at least 1 hour (I did this a day ahead).
2. Use a sharp knife to cut the oatmeal into whatever fun shapes you like.Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the oatmeal shapes for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
   
3. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!