Lauren asked about freezing Steel Cut Oats. They are actually really easy to freeze. They are slow to cook and can be "started" by soaking them overnight before you even begin the boiling process. I have some really big containers and just leave one on the counter overnight with the lid off to thaw it out for use the next day.
Steel cut oats are so filling and they can be prepared as a sweet or a savory. Kurt adds some really funky things to his that I am going to share as these ideas will keep you full and add a ton of nutrients and antioxidants. I suggest changing it up so you do not get "sick" of steel cut oats.
Kurt is not eating Dairy and I buy Organic unsweetened (this is VERY important as milk contains lactose which is a natural sugar and most almond/soy/hemp/rice milks have added sugar unless you are buying ones that state "unsweetened") Almond or Hemp milk with calcium and vitamin D if I can find it. I use organic skim milk for myself and kids. The sundry list of "toppings":
Sweet steel cut oats
1)Cinnamon (great for blood sugar and metabolism)
2)raw coconut flakes (natural fats keep you full/antioxidants)
3)cocoa nibs (antioxidants)
4)ground flax seeds (yummy nutty flavor with Omega-3s)
5)ground hemp seed (" " some protein too)
6)nuts (huge benefits that we are just starting to learn about such as brain and anticancer powers)
7) bananas (potassium and other nutrients)
8) raw sunflower/pumpkin seeds
9) berries or fruit of any kind.
10) Stevia sweetener
11) honey/maple syrup or agave
12) real vanilla extract
13) nutmeg
Savory steel cut oats (something akin to grits)
1) veggies
2) olive/hemp oil
3) garlic
4) turmeric/chili powder/Tabasco
5) tomato puree or salsa
6) lean proteins in a slices or cubes
7) grated cheese
8) avocado
9) Hummus or Tahiti swirled in
10) fresh or freeze dried herbs
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