I've always liked oatmeal... but steel cut vs regular, what's the difference?? I've done a little research (unofficially reading different posts online) and here's what I have gathered. {I realize I am probably late to the party on this}
Steel cut oatmeal seems to be slightly better for you because it registers lower on the glycemic index, which means it takes our bodies longer to break down the starch. Steel cut also goes through a little less processing than the rolled oats, so it seems like it could be slightly healthier because of that as well. For more info, read this article.
The difference between the two doesn't seem like much to me - steel cut is just cut into little seed-like pieces, and the traditional rolled oats are like thin little leaves. They taste about the same.
One big difference is that steel cut takes a lot longer to cook (about 30 minutes). But my mom had the brilliant idea of cooking a large pot of it, and storing the leftovers in the fridge to use for a few days. It makes it fast and easy in the morning if you already have it pre-made.
All of the little research I have done has said both types of oatmeal are much better for you then the instant oatmeal, which is much more processed and has loads of sugar added.
I bought the organic steel cut oatmeal from Whole Foods and added some raisins (and a pinch of brown sugar, I know... not healthy). You can find it at most grocery stores. Either way you go, oatmeal is a great "whole grain" start to the day!!
What's your favorite go-to breakfast meal? happy thursday
