Scott's Old Fashioned Porridge Oats, 1kg

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A Quaker nutrition expert weighs in on the different oats, and reveals her favorite savory oatmeal recipe. Make Exceptions And if all that’s not enough, it also increases the oat groats’ flavor development and its shelf life too. High in a range of vitamins and minerals such as folate, vitamin B-12, and calcium, oats give us many of the nutrients our bodies need. They may not only benefit your physical health. Studies have shown that they may have a positive impact on serotonin levels helping improve our mental health and quality of sleep. And in the production of these oat groats, although the loose hulls are removed, the rest remains intact, including the germ, the endosperm, and the bran.

Porridge has been consumed in Scotland as a staple food since the Middle Ages, and is primarily consumed in the winter. A&R Scott began producing Scott's Midlothian Oat Flour in 1880, in Glasgow, [1] moving to Edinburgh in 1909, and the distinctive name, Scott's Porage Oats, was adopted in 1914. [1] They have been milled at the Uthrogle Mills [2] at Cupar in Fife, Scotland, since 1947. [1] The company holds a Scott's Porage Oats Food & Drink Fair at the St Andrews Festival in November each year at the Byre Theatre. It has a Golden Spurtle Award for competitive porridge making. [6] Description and preparation [ edit ]Oat groats are basically whole oat kernels that have had their loose hulls removed and have been thoroughly cleaned before being treated with heat and moisture. This gives them more phenolic content and antioxidant properties. As we travel to Ethiopia, you will find that porridge is supremely popular. Ethiopians make the porridge from a wide range of grains before being served with different yogurts. This porridge is known as Genfo.

Jay Scott enjoyed worldwide fame in the 1950s and 1960s as a Highland Games heavyweight champion, his prodigious talents even attracted the attention of Hollywood bombshell Jayne Mansfield. Therefore, it is important you consider the differences between these popular breakfast dishes so you can know which one is the healthier option for you. Many people love to add sugar to their oats. Whether it’s brown or white sugar, too much sugar consumption is bad for you. Too many sweeteners can easily spike your blood sugar level leading to possible illnesses such as diabetes. If you crave sugary goodness in your oatmeal breakfast, try adding fresh fruit or cinnamon instead. It is quite simple to sum up the difference between porridge and oatmeal. Overall, oatmeal is porridge but not all types of porridge is oatmeal. Confused? Don’t worry, most people are! Before we break down the difference between your four options, let's start with what they have in common. First of all, they're all good for you. As a daily part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, whole grain oatmeal, in any of these forms, may help reduce the risk of heart disease. All oats begin as groats, or kernels of grain that are later processed into different varieties. The variations in processing determine the type of oat that results.

1. The Hound from the Game of Thrones grew big and strong on Scott's Porage Oats

But remember porridge oats are semi pre-cooked and as such are pressed thinner than regular rolled oats, and this means that they will cook much faster than their regular rolled oat counterparts… If you're pushed for time, then you can prepare Scott's in the microwave (it's probably best to try and make sure no one is watching)Mix 40g of oats with 195ml of milk (or cold water) and stir.Microwave your oats, uncovered, on High (minimum 800w, category E) for 2 1/2 minutes.Remove with care as the bowl may be hot. (And you don't want to drop your Scott's.) Then enjoy. As rolled oats contain large amounts of beta-glucan, they are considered to be the best choice for regulating blood sugar levels and reduces the likelihood of any spikes in someone’s glucose level. There are many different types of porridge such as “grits” which is best known in America. This is a kind of porridge made from corn. In China and the Philippines, popular porridges, known as Congee and Arroz Caldo are made from rice. A: You hit on the major differences –shape, texture and cooking time. There are also culinary and personal preferences! For some people, that preparation time is a huge deciding factor. For other people, texture is important, and they find the delicious bite of steel-cut oats more desirable. If you're using oats in a non-oatmeal recipe, it is important to use what's called for so that the recipe comes out right. You wouldn't want to put steel-cut oats in an energy bite, for instance! Otherwise, all three are great options.

It goes without saying but eating too much of anything can be bad for you. Try and only prepare half a cup of oats for any one time and eat your breakfast in a small bowl. This way, you eat less and won’t feel uncomfortable afterward.

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Q: Are there major differences in the health benefits of steel-cut, rolled and instant oats? If so, what are they? We are guessing it's the secret as to how both he (and his brother the Mountain) grew to be so big. Q: Besides shape, texture and cooking time, are there any other important differences between these three popular types of oats? This is a fantastic choice for those who suffer from Type 2 diabetes or if they are in a pre-diabetic condition and it’s a far better option compared to processed cereals.