Mocha Crunch Oatmeal

Adapted from a recipe at The Kitch'n http://bit.ly/80wmCA

• Ready In: 32 mins
• Serves: 2-4

Ingredients

• 3  cups water
• 1  cup steel cut oats
• 1  pinch salt
• 2  teaspoons instant espresso
• 2  teaspoons cocoa powder
• 1  tablespoon sugar or 1  tablespoon  agave nectar
• 1⁄2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped  almonds (optional)
•  heavy cream (optional)

Directions

1. Bring water to a boil. Stir in oats, salt, espresso, and cocoa. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring often, 25-30 minutes, uncovered. Scots tradition says oatmeal should only be stirred with a wooden rod (called a spurtle), never a spoon or anything metal. I use the handle of a thick wooden spoon.
2. When the desired consistency is achieved, stir in sugar and serve. Top with chips, nuts, and/or cream.