Oatmeal With Brown Butter Apples And Walnuts

Brown butter is the results of what is called the Maillard reaction, a chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars to create melanoidins, the compounds which give browned food its distinctive flavor. 

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Sautéing chopped apples and cinnamon in brown butter not only adds a rich and decadent flavor, but is also delicious way of elevating the natural sweetness and aromatic spiciness of their already delicious flavors.

The combination of the warm cinnamon and the sweet apples creates a comforting and cozy aroma that fills the kitchen.

The addition of walnuts adds a delightful texture and nutty flavor to the dish.

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Not only do the walnuts take on a nutty, toasty flavor sautéd in brown butter, but also the heat from the pan helps to bring out the natural oils in the walnuts, making them extra crispy and crunchy.

Overall, sautéing these ingredients in brown butter results in a mouthwatering and comforting dish that is not only perfect as an addition to a pot of cooked oatmeal, but also topping pancakes, ice cream, or to use as a pie or tart filling and even in a savory dish, like pork chops.

Brown Butter With Apples Walnuts And Oatmeal

1 Honey Crisp Apple, cored, seeded, diced

1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon

1 cup walnuts, ruffly chopped

3 tablespoons brown butter

1 cup quick oats

Prepare oats according to package instructions.

In a medium skillet over medium-high heat add the brown butter.

If using brown butter in a solid state, wait for it to melt. If your brown butter is already melted, add to skillet and let come to a slight simmer, then add apples.

Stir the apples to ensure they are coated in the brown butter. Cook apples stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon, stir to combine well with apples.

Next, add the walnuts and continue cooking, stirring frequently until walnuts produce a nutty aroma, about 2-3 minutes.

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Remove from heat and add apple mixture to pot of cooked oatmeal and stir to combine. Spoon oatmeal mixture between 2-3 small bowls and serve with milk or half-in-half.

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