Strawberries and Cream Oats

from ButterYum

makes 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sliced strawberries

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

  • 3 1/2 cups water

  • pinch of fine salt

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)

  • heavy cream for drizzling

Directions

To make the Strawberry Topping:

  1. Place sliced strawberries in a bowl and sprinkle with granulated sugar.

  2. Toss well and set aside until needed.

To make the Oatmeal:

  1. In a medium sauce pan, combine the old fashioned oats, water, and salt.

  2. Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and brown sugar.

  4. Serve oatmeal with strawberry topping and drizzle with heavy cream.