My Daily Lunch Ritual: Cold-Soaked Oatmeal for 6+ Years
I like to establish minimalist routines where I can and there is one routine I am surprised I haven’t grown tired of. I eat cold-soaked oatmeal pretty much every day. Working from home, lunch is where I am on my own. I microwave it when I am home, but with slight modifications it is the same that I bring with me on adventures and just cold-soak ahead of mealtime. There are exceptions for certain busy days where I forget to prep or lunch dates out with Abby or friends, but otherwise it has largely been the same cold-soaked oatmeal for over six years now, and I’m not even close to getting tired of it. Based on ingredient availability, the recipe has varied a bit. I’ve been doing this for so long because it is simple, nutritious, and incredibly satisfying. It originated from when I did a lot of bicycle touring and camping where I preferred stoveless setups. It simplified my pack and gave me what I needed to keep going. ...