Perfect Porridge - 5 Ways

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Jamie Oliver shares his foolproof recipe for perfect, creamy porridge. Learn the basic method using just oats, water, and salt, then discover five delicious ways to customize it, from classic brown sugar and stewed fruit to an indulgent chocolate and marmalade version, ensuring you'll never have a boring breakfast again.

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Cooking Time
About 15-20 minutes
Difficulty
easy
Servings
4 servings

🍳 Cooking Flow

Combine 1 part rolled oats, 3 parts water, and a pinch of salt in a pot over medium heat. → Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy. → Optionally, stir in a splash of milk and a little honey to finish the base. → Serve in bowls and customize with your choice of five toppings: brown sugar & milk, golden syrup, banana & poppy seed, stewed fruit, or chocolate & marmalade.

Cooking Steps

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Ingredients List

Coarse/Jumbo Rolled Oats:1 large mug
Water:3 large mugs
Sea Salt:A pinch
Milk:A splash (optional)
Honey:1 tbsp (optional)
Topping 1: Brown Sugar:To taste
Topping 2: Golden Syrup:To taste
Topping 3: Banana, Poppy Seeds, Coconut, Cinnamon, Honey:To taste
Topping 4: Blackberries and Sugar:A handful of blackberries, a little sugar
Topping 5: Cocoa Powder and Marmalade:1 tsp cocoa powder, 1 spoonful marmalade

Important Notes

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Using coarse or jumbo rolled oats provides a better, more traditional texture than instant oats.

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Cooking with water first is the classic Scottish method. It prevents milk from scorching on the bottom of the pan. You can always add milk or cream at the end for richness.

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The 1-to-3 ratio of oats to water is a reliable starting point for perfect consistency.

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Low and slow cooking is key. Don't rush the process; allow the oats 10-15 minutes to fully break down and become creamy.

📺Channel:Jamie Oliver
👀Views:7,340,421
👍Likes:151,413
📅Published:1/19/2014

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