Fried Oatmeal

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Sounds weird but it's very good. you must use steel-cut oats for this recipe! prep time includes the 2-hour refrigeration time but you can also prepare this the night before and refrigerate until morning.

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Steps

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Combine the oats with 2 cups of water in a small saucepan and cook , uncovered , over low heat about 45 minutes or until the oatmeal is soft and the liquid is almost totally absorbed.

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Add the raisins and sugar and cook 1 minute , then increase the heat to high and cook , stirring 1 minute , or until any excess liquid evaporates.

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Lightly spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and spread the oatmeal in a thin layer at the bottom.

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Smooth the top with a spatula.

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Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on the surface of the oatmeal and refrigerate at least 2 hours , or until firm.

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You can prepare this the night before.

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Using a metal spatula , loosen the edges of the oatmeal and turn it out onto a cutting board.

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Cut the sheet in half lengthwise , then crosswise to make 4 equal pieces.

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Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.

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When the oil is hot , add the butter.

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When the butter melts , dust the oatmeal slices with flour and cook them about 2 minutes on each side , or unti.

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Ingredients

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steel cut oats, raisins, sugar, corn oil, unsalted butter, unbleached flour, ground cinnamon, pure maple syrup