Ways You Could Be Ruining Your Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a great breakfast for busy weekdays. Make a big batch, and you'll have several servings on hand.But you may be making mistakes. Here are some mishaps to avoid when cooking oatmeal:.Oats need a little time to soak up the liquid and bulk up, so don't try to cook them too quickly.Make sure to use a larger bowl than you think is necessary and stop the cooking half-way through to stir.It's easy to get the ratio wrong on overnight oats. We like 1/3 oats, 1/3 milk, and 1/3 yogurt.Cooking oatmeal in water is fine in a pinch, but you won't get that creamy, rich texture you might get with milk.Adding salt to your sweet oatmeal may sound like an oxymoron, but it does help the finished dish