The yummiest, easiest, nourishing and frugal breakfast!

This basic oatmeal recipe is sure to make hungry bellies satisfied and warm first thing in the morning!
Oatmeal is my go-to breakfast to make for my family in the morning.
It’s quick, nourishing, cheap — it’s the perfect thing to cook on mornings when you’re only half awake!
And with this recipe, you’re sure to have a delicious batch of oatmeal that leaves your family satisfied every time!
Pair it with fruit and eggs, and you have a beautifully rounded breakfast!
Get the recipe below!
Oatmeal

Ingredients
- 2 cups oats
- 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 TBSP ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients into a medium saucepan and mix.
- Cook on medium heat until thick, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and serve.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups oats
- 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 TBSP ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 4 cups water
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients into a medium saucepan and mix.
- Cook on medium heat until thick, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and serve.
Do I need to boil my water before adding my oats?
Nope!
No need to boil your water before adding your ingredients.
I love how easy this recipe is — you can just throw everything into a pot all at once, and have a hot breakfast in a matter of minutes!
How long does it take for oatmeal to cook?
This oatmeal only takes about 5 minutes to cook!
It’s the perfect speedy hot breakfast!
How many servings of oatmeal does this recipe make?
This recipe is about 4 servings.
It feeds about 4 people a nice hot breakfast!
Do I have to add vanilla?
Nope!
Vanilla adds such a good flavor, but it can be a pricey ingredient.
Vanilla is NOT necessary to make oatmeal. I often leave it out!
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