Is there a taste or nutritional difference in the quick cook oats versus these?
1496556
As far as I know the only nutritional difference is fiber, with the steel cut oats having more. Aesthetically the steel cut oats have a more nutty texture and flavor. Quick oats are softer and more bland.
1496557
Yes - to both. Steel cut are better for colon health - they reduce the risk of intestinal and colon cancer. I prefer the taste of steel cut oats over the quick oats - to me these are creamier and nuttier. The texture is rougher - the quick oats cook to a mush; these retain some of their shape.
1496558
Not sure about nutritional differences because I have not compared labels between the two, but I can tell you there is a significant taste difference. We won't go back to quick or minute oats, certainly not microwave oats. Yes, these take longer to prepare, but I believe you will be well pleased with the results. If you want to compare to your oats, the Bob's have per serving: 3g fat, .5g saturated fat, 29g total carbs, 5g dietary fiber, 1.6g soluble fiber, 3.4g insoluble fiber, 0 sugars, and 7g protein. Seriously, try these.
1496559
Yes and Yes. The nutritional benefits of steel cut oats are better than tat of quick oats. Essentially quick oats are cut smaller and flash steamed in the factory so you get less fiber and there are more processed, albeit still very good for you. Steel cut is just the pure grain cut up into larger chunks and not steamed, they take longer to cook but it is worth it. They taste different as well, I think they have more flavor, but all of your favorite oatmeal toppings will work well with them.
1496560
Nutrition: Minorly in favor of cut. Taste: Minorly in favor of cut. The difference comes in with texture - cut: chewy. rolled: gloppy. "quick cook" - my god, how do you eat that.
1496561
Taste is a bit more nutty than rolled oats. However, nutritionally, steel cut oats are a whole grain where as the quick oats are more processed and not the complete whole grain oat. Quick oats are alright, but we prefer the whole grain steel cut oats as they provide more fiber and nutrition in our diets.
1496562
To me there is a big taste difference. The steel cut oats have a better/chewy texture and nutty flavor The quick oats are partially cooked and rolled flat. which does deplete flavor and nutrient value, in my opinion.
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My new recipe:1 cup of steel cut oats, 3 1/2 cups water (or slightly less), a handful of dried cranberries or dried cherries (the cheapest that I've found are at Aldi), 1 tbs sorghum molasses, 1 tsp vanilla, a big pinch of cinnamon, a small pinch of nutmeg, a small pinch of allspice, a small pinch of ginger, and a sprinkle of salt (all to taste).Put it all in at bedtime and set the timer for at least an hour before I get up using the "soup" setting. Stir before eating.
1757970
Contact the manufacturer. These steel cut oats are wonderful in taste and smell.
1362932
I am almost positive that oats and barley are different but you can easily go to Bob's Red Mill website and ask them (they have a link) and the question will be answered for sure!
888526
No, it's the latter. These are quick, not old fashioned. I'm eating the 9lbs because I'm out of old-fashioned, and I'm not overjoyed :(
988910
They're both delicious! It really depends on what you plan to use it for. I like to mix the chocolate PB in with my oats & smoothies. I love the PB & chocolate combo! You can always buy the reg PB and add cocoa powder to it yourself.
1176361
not the Steel Cut version. In fact I cook mine about 30 min. I make enough for the week and then just reheat a portion. Try the GF rolled oats or quick cooking for the uncook in yogurt idea. For yogurt I prefer some of the GF Granola.
1184490
I'm not sure, because it seems to vary. For me, it doesn't matter which flavor because they're both good, and I'd be miserable without the good night's sleep these give me! Hope you find your answer. :)
2276843
For me, it lasted for good 6 months. I eat oatmeal pretty much every morning and I couldn't really tell the difference of taste comparing when I first opened and finished the box.
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Hi Janet - I haven't used it like oatmeal but I cook it and use in salads. I simmer it in salted water 40-45 minutes, drain and rinse and its ready to go. This is *not* the semi-pearled variety most commonly seen in the US. The pearling process wears off some of the nutritious bran layer so it cooks a little faster. This wheat is not pearled, so it retains all its nutrition. A bit of extra cooking time seems a small price to pay for whole, nutritious, not to mention yummy, grain. Try searching on "einkorn porridge". I found a recipe that said to pulse the grains in a blender prior to cooking. This cuts the cooking time in half and may be what you're looking for.
715062
Yes, the seeds are better in there natural state, organic also is a plus! I put the seeds on salads, yogurt, cereal etc. It tastes great too! :) ♥
888528
Thanks for that; that's something Amazon should correct as it's confusing, if not misleading. Old-fashioned oats are my favorite and I too would not be overjoyed with the Quick type.
1960758
Steel cut (Irish) oats are healthier as they are not overprocessed and take longer to digest than rolled oats.
1263383
I was eating Quaker steel cut oats before but they don't offer gluten free so I switched to Bob's and I can't tell any difference once they're cooked.
78388
I can't off hand give you an answer because they are long gone but the carbs for these are the same as for the regular chips so if you are counting carbs as I do it won't make a difference. In addition, these taste the same as regular chips do.
780642
Hi Jingyao, these are the dried crunchy type, but sometimes I'll put them in my morning hot oatmeal and they will soften up. I'm not sure how they would do in a home baked good, but I think they would soften up also.
69957
As for me, I don't think any food taste as good as the one cooked on charcoal. A friend of mine told me that it's all in my head, and he couldn't tell the difference. So yeah, I'm not much help. Sorry.