• 32 oz Mason Jar with Bamboo Lid $7 + Quick Oats $2.16 = $9.16

• 1lb paper bag of oats = $3.49

How to cook quick oats:

1 cup water or low-fat milk

• Pinch of salt

• ½ cup quick-cooking oats (see Tip)

• 1 oz low-fat milk for serving

• 1 to 2 teaspoons honey, cane sugar, or brown sugar for serving

• Pinch of cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Stovetop: Combine water (or milk) and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in oats and reduce heat to medium; cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.

• Step 2

  Microwave: Combine water (or milk), salt, and oats in a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Stir before serving.

• Step 3

  Serve with your favorite toppings, such as milk, sweetener, cinnamon, dried fruits, and nuts.