Instructions: This basic recipe is an easy introduction to a new and exciting way to serve wholegrain oats in place of rice, pasta or potatoes. Experiment with it, for example, substitute orange juice for water. Basic Golden Oats take on different flavors and can be served for breakfast, brunch or even dessert.

Bake Golden Oats for snacks, granola, or trail mix. Or use as ingredient in cookies, scones, muffins, fruit crisps, etc.

Combine oats and egg in medium bowl; mix until oats are thoroughly coated. Add oats mixture to butter in 10-inch skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 to 5 minutes or until oats are dry, separated and lightly browned. Add water and salt; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Serve in place of rice or pasta.

Makes 4 servings.

VARIATION: Substitute orange juice for water

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