Lucias Simple Oat Groats Food

LUCIA'S SIMPLE OAT GROATS

Steps:

• Measure then rinse the oat groats.
• Place groats in Instant Pot with water and salt.
• Use the "Manual" setting and set for 40 minutes at high pressure. Close the vent to seal it.
• Allow pot to depressurize on its own before removing lid. Takes 10-15 minutes, depending on pot and recipe size.
• Serve hot.

SAVORY OAT GROATS AND KALE

Steps:

• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion, leek, and half the garlic. Cook, stirring, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrot and groats; cook 1 minute. Add stock, 1 cup water, and the salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25 minutes.
• Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add remaining garlic; cook until garlic begins to turn golden, about 30 seconds. Stir in kale; cook, stirring, until wilted, about 3 minutes.
• Stir kale mixture into groats. Cover; cook until liquid is completely absorbed and groats are tender but still chewy, about 5 minutes. Season with pepper and red-pepper flakes. Garnish with cheese, and serve with lemon wedges.

SIMPLE CHICKEN AND OAT GROAT SOUP

Steps:

• Combine 2 1/2 c water and groats in a large sauce pan; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, and simmer 45 mins or until tender(do not overcook). Drain; wipe pan with paper towel.
• Heat oil in pan over med-high heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot; saute 8 mins or until tender.
• Add zucchini and garlic; saute 2 minutes
• Add cooked groats, broth, and next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in peas and basil.