Sunday Morning Oatmeal Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten
Warm, creamy, and irresistibly comforting, Ina Garten’s Sunday Morning Oatmeal transforms a simple breakfast staple into a luxurious weekend treat. Crafted with old-fashioned rolled oats simmered to perfection in water and a touch of kosher salt, this recipe takes a decadent turn with the addition of whole milk, pure vanilla extract, and light brown sugar. Plump raisins are stirred in for bursts of sweetness, while each bowl is crowned with sliced bananas, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of rich maple syrup for a delightful finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome and hearty oatmeal is the perfect way to elevate your Sunday mornings, leaving you feeling nourished and cozy. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or the whole family, this recipe is bound to become a breakfast ritual worth savoring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 4 cups water
- 0.25 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 1 whole banana (sliced)
- 0.25 cup pecans (toasted and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the rolled oats, water, and kosher salt over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and creamy.
Stir in the whole milk, light brown sugar, and pure vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well-combined.
Add the raisins to the oatmeal and let them warm through for another 1-2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the oatmeal to cool slightly for a minute before serving.
Divide the oatmeal into four serving bowls.
Top each bowl with sliced banana, a sprinkle of toasted pecans, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Serve warm and enjoy your cozy Sunday morning treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 129 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.0 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
