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Basil Berry and Walnut Oatmeal

Basil Berry and Walnut Oatmeal

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  • 1

    Servings

  • 10 min

    Preparation Time

  • 20 min

    Cook Time

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Basil Berry and Walnut Oatmeal is a sweet and savory oatmeal recipe perfect for when you want a new breakfast option. The recipe combines the sweet gastrique sauce made with berries along with toasted walnuts, fruits, and fresh basil to create a flavorful and an artistic dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup shallot, peeled and minced
  • 2 cups fresh berries
  • 2 tbsp sugar (depending on fruits)
  • 3 tbsp white wine
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 pinch salt

  • For assembly

  • 2 cups Quaker® Oats-Old Fashioned
  • 2 cups fresh berries for garnish
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted
  • 1 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
  • 3 ½ cups water
  • 1/2 cup orange juice

Cooking Instructions

  • Cook the shallots in butter until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, then drop to a simmer and cook until fruit is very tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Puree mixture and pass through a fine mesh strainer to remove fine seeds.
  • Taste to adjust seasoning and tartness, and then chill to hold.

  • Assembly:

  • Cook oatmeal in water and orange juice.
  • Stir in one tbsp of berry gastrique mixture.
  • Serve each portion of oatmeal with a garnish of fresh fruit, walnuts, basil, and a drizzle of the berry gastrique.

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