Irish Breakfast Oatmeal Bowl

45 minutesServes 4
Irish Breakfast Oatmeal Bowl

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bacon
  • ½ c. whole milk
  • ¼ c. water
  • 1 ½ c. low sodium chicken broth
  • ½ c. old fashioned oats
  • ½ c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ c. fresh chives, chopped, plus 1 to 2 tbsp. for garnish
  • salt and ground black pepper , to taste
  • 1 c. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • hot sauce, optional

Directions

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon in batches, turning frequently, until browned and crisp, about 5-8 minutes. Set aside on a paper towel.

While bacon is cooking, bring milk, water, and broth just to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in oats and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring regularly, for 25-30 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and oats are tender and cooked through. Stir in cheddar and chives and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Just before serving, crumble bacon and stir into oatmeal. Top with cherry tomatoes and extra chives and serve hot sauce on the side.