You probably imagined that I’d move on from oatmeal after yesterday’s savory Oatmeal with Mushrooms, Parmesan, and Thyme. I mean, two days in a row? Oatmeal?! That just isn’t done.
Oh, but I’ve never been one to play by the rules. At least not always. Well, at least not that one rule that I just made up about the acceptable frequency for discussing oatmeal. In any case, I give you one last savory oatmeal to get you through the winter. 
This recipe comes from Holly of The Jittery Cook, and I like the sweet, fresh pop of the grape tomatoes in the creamy, savory grain. Holly uses steel cut oats; I used rolled. You really can’t go wrong.
Just one more thing if you’re indulging in tomatoes at this time of year, like I am: please do your research and buy from a source that guarantees that the tomatoes have been produced without slave labor. Both Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s have made this pledge, so if I can’t buy from a local source I try to buy from one of those stores.
Savory Oatmeal with Tomatoes and Parmesan (adapted from The Jittery Cook): For one serving (just multiply the amounts to make more), mix 1/3 c. rolled oats with one cup water and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked and creamy (about 5-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your oats). Stir in a dab of butter and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with a handful of halved cherry or grape tomatoes and a dusting of finely grated Parmesan cheese.
And hey! A giveaway! If you’d like to enter to win two kinds of oats (plus a box full of other breakfast goodies) from Bob’s Red Mill, head on back to yesterday’s post to enter. Entries will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, 12/10.
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Yes! All oatmeal, all the time! This one sounds particularly great–cheese for breakfast is definitely up my alley. :)
Congrats to you!
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Another great savory oatmeal recipe! My to-try pile is growing high :-)
I saw the title of this when you published and have been thinking about it ever since. If I start eating all these savory oatmeals (which I am inclined to do), I may have change breakfast up a little – I imagine you can help with that too. ;-) Thanks for sharing!
Blast, I missed the giveaway, but at least I still get the awesome recipe!
Never too many savory oatmeal recipes! I still haven’t tried making one, but this reminds me that I want to soon.
Huzzah for savory oatmeal!! I found your blog through Dispatches From the Gypsy Roller and I LOVE it! I think you might like mine too (mostly savory oatmeal recipes)….nutsoveroats.com!
You are right, I love your blog. And now I have to make savory granola. :). Can’t wait to see what you cook up next!
Same goes for you, your recipes are so creative!
I think this is e start of a beauuutiful friendship hahaha :P
:)