Oats

Oats (Avena sativa) has a sweet flavor that makes them a favorite for breakfast cereals. Unique among the most widely-eaten grains, oats almost never have their bran and germ removed in processing. So if you see oats or oat flour on the label, relax: you’re virtually guaranteed to be getting whole grain.

Did you know?

• Oats contain more than 20 unique polyphenols called avenanthramides.
• Oats help us to feel fuller longer, which can help with managing weight.
• Oats are naturally gluten-free, but may be contaminated with gluten during growing and processing. Look for oats certified gluten-free if you are sensitive to gluten.
• Russia, Canada, the United States, Finland, and Poland are the world’s leading producers of oats.
• In the U.S., most oats are steamed and flattened to produce rolled oats, sold as “old-fashioned” or regular oats, quick oats, and instant oats. The more oats are flattened and steamed, the quicker they cook – and the softer they become.
• Steel-cut oats, sometimes called Irish oats, consist of the entire oat kernel (similar in look to a grain of rice), sliced once or twice into smaller pieces. They tend to be nuttier and chewier than rolled oats.
• Oats contain a type of soluble fiber that may reduce the risk of heart disease by helping to lower cholesterol.

Grilled Peaches with Greek Yogurt and Oat Crumbles

Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Greek Yogurt, Honey, and Oat Crumbles

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Granola Bars with Almonds

Oats, almonds, sunflower seeds and wheat germ with cinnamon and molasses. A delicious and filling snack or a healthy grab-and-go breakfast!

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Oatmeal Pancakes with Rustic Applesauce

Oatmeal Pancakes with Rustic Applesauce

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Mushroom and Tomato Oat Risotto

Creamy risotto made with steel cut oats, mushrooms and tomatoes. A twist on the classic dish!

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