Bacon & Carrot Savory Oatmeal
What Started it all:
Bacon, Carrot, oats, food processor
Hey there, foodies! If you’re looking for a hearty and comforting meal that’s quick and easy, you’ve got to try this Bacon & Carrot Savory Oatmeal. It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even a light dinner. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon
- 2 large carrots, peeled and finely grated
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 4 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or chives)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
- Using a food processor, finely grate the peeled carrots. If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a box grater.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Stir in the oats and reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the oats are tender and have absorbed most of the water, about 5 minutes.
- Stir the grated carrots into the cooked oats.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the carrots are tender.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the savory oatmeal into four bowls.
- Top each bowl with crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if using.
And there you have it – a delicious, comforting, and savory oatmeal dish that’s sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!