Irish Oatmeal Whiskey-Free Cream (Print version)

Traditional Irish porridge featuring steel-cut oats, finished with a luscious, whiskey-free vanilla cream for a delightful morning.

# What you need:

→ Oatmeal Base

01 - 1 cup steel-cut oats
02 - 4 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Whiskey-Free Vanilla Cream

04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Toppings

07 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
08 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
09 - 1/4 cup raisins or dried currants

# Directions:

01 - In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a vigorous boil. Carefully stir in 1 cup of steel-cut oats and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
02 - Reduce the heat to its lowest setting. Allow the oatmeal to simmer uncovered, stirring periodically to prevent sticking, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the oats are thoroughly tender and achieve a rich, creamy consistency.
03 - While the oatmeal cooks, prepare the cream accompaniment. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup (or an equivalent amount of honey), and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
04 - Once the oatmeal is cooked to perfection, portion it into individual serving bowls. Generously drizzle each serving with the freshly prepared whiskey-free vanilla cream.
05 - Should you desire, enhance your oatmeal with optional toppings such as 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, or 1/4 cup of raisins or dried currants. Serve warm for optimal enjoyment.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It's a surprisingly hearty and elegant breakfast that truly sticks with you through the morning.
  • The whiskey-free cream adds a luxurious touch without any fuss, making every spoonful feel like a special treat.
02 -
  • Always use a heavy-bottomed saucepan for the oats; it helps prevent scorching, which can ruin the whole batch.
  • Stirring occasionally is key to prevent the oats from sticking to the bottom, especially as they thicken up.
03 -
  • For extra creamy oats, soak the steel-cut oats in the water overnight in the fridge; this also significantly reduces cooking time to about 10-15 minutes.
  • Always add the salt to the water *before* the oats; it ensures even seasoning throughout the porridge.

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