Irish Pin Oats Recipes

SLOW-COOKER IRISH OATS

Steps:

• Place the frozen peaches, oats, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and 8 cups water in the bowl of a slow cooker. Stir, set to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours or up to overnight.
• Meanwhile, toast the sliced almonds and flaked coconut separately in dry nonstick skillets over medium heat, shaking the pans frequently to ensure an even toast, until golden and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool. Store, covered, until serving.
• To serve, stir the raisins, milk and cream into the oat mixture. Spoon into bowls and garnish with the almonds, coconut, blueberries and a drizzle of honey.

IRISH PIN OATS

Steps:

• Melt 1 Tbs butter in a small saucepan over med high heat.
• When the butter stops foaming, add the oats and stir well for 1 minute.
• Reduce heat to low, and let the oats cook for 1 more minute.
• Add the water, stir and place the lid on tightly.
• Allow to simmer for 20 minutes, or until the majority of the water is absorbed.
• Add the half and half and turn off the heat. Replace the lid and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
• Add the remaining 2 Tbs butter and salt to taste.
• Brown sugar and cinnamon may be added if you prefer sweet oats.