Dad's Oats Quick Oats are available here.
Dad's Oats Steel-Cut Oats available here.
Oats are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. Here are some ideas for incorporating them into your daily diet:
Porridge / Oatmeal: Cook oats with water or milk for a hearty and nutritious breakfast.
Granola bars: Mix traditional rolled oats or quick oats with nuts, seeds, and honey for a delicious and energy-packed snack.
Baked goods: Use ground oats or rolled oats in place of flour for a healthier twist on muffins, cookies, and bread.
Salads: Groats (whole oat grain) are excellent in salads such as this one.
Smoothies: Blend oats with fruits and yogurt for a filling and nutritious smoothie.
By incorporating oats into your daily diet, you can enjoy the health benefits of this superfood in a variety of delicious and satisfying ways.
]]>If you're looking for a nutritious and filling breakfast option, perhaps one that is a little different from traditional porridge, groat oats are an excellent choice. Here's how to cook them to perfection:
Soak the groat oats: Soak the groat oats in water overnight to help soften them and reduce cooking time. Alternatively, you can soak them for a few hours before cooking.
Boil the groat oats: In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked groat oats and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the groats are tender.
Season the groat oats: Once the groats are cooked, season them to your liking with salt, butter, and any other desired toppings such as honey, fruit, or nuts.
Enjoy! Serve the groat oats hot and enjoy a nutritious and satisfying breakfast.
Cooked groats can be stored in the fridge for a few days and reheated when you need them. You can also add milk for a creamier flavour.
]]>Oats are a type of whole grain that are minimally processed, meaning they retain all of their original nutritional value. They are rich in carbs and fiber, but also higher in protein and fat than most other grains. They are very high in many vitamins and minerals.
Here are some of the health benefits of including oats in your diet:
High in fiber: Oats are a great source of dietary fiber, which can help regulate digestion and promote feelings of fullness. A single serving of oats contains approximately 8 grams of fiber, which is roughly a third of the recommended daily intake.
Lowers cholesterol: Oats are high in beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that has been shown to reduce LDL (or "bad") cholesterol levels. This can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Helps control blood sugar: The fiber and protein in groat oats can help slow down the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream, preventing blood sugar spikes and crashes.
Contains essential nutrients: Oats are rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron, zinc, magnesium, and vitamin B6. These nutrients play a vital role in maintaining overall health and wellness.
Versatile and easy to incorporate into your diet: Oats can be used in a variety of recipes, from oatmeal and porridge to baked goods and granola bars. They are also easy to prepare and can be cooked on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Hey there, oat enthusiasts! If you're looking for a way to take your oat game to the next level, have you considered rolling your own groat oats?
Now, I know what you're thinking - "What the heck are groat oats? Are they some kind of newfangled hipster food?" Well, not exactly. Groat oats are actually the purest form of oat you can get - they haven't been processed or cut in any way, so they're basically like the oat version of a wholemeal bread.
But here's the thing - while groat oats are super nutritious and packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals, they can be a bit tough to eat as is. That's where the oat roller comes in. By flattening those groat oats, you not only make them easier to digest, but you also reduce their cooking time by a ton. And who doesn't love saving time in the morning when you're rushing out the door?
These freshly rolled groat oats have a nuttier taste and heartier texture than regular pre-rolled oats, making them a game-changer in the flavour department.
Invest in your own oat roller machine and enjoy the satisfaction of making your own nutritious and delicious groat oats at home. It's like being your own personal oat factory - how cool is that?
So, there you have it - the benefits of rolling groat oats in a nutshell. If you're a fan of oats and want to take your love affair to the next level, give rolling groat oats a try. Your taste buds will thank you!
]]>As part of the program Dad's Oats provided oat stems/head and raw oats.
What is Dad’s Oats?
Dad's Oats is a paddock to plate small business. We take oats grown on our family farm, process them, package them and then sell to stores, cafes and online direct to customers. We love to be able to tell the story about where our oats are from, what steps we take to get them from our farm to your brekky bowl. Over the past few years our small business has grown a lot and we now supply thousands of customers right around Australia.
Who is involved?
Dad's Oats was started by siblings Peter and Alicia Cain.
The oats are grown by their Dad & Mum and eldest brother Matthew & wife Kate at their fifth generation farm, located at Natte Yallock, North-Central Victoria.
What was required to get the oats on stem in the box?
The oat seeds are planted in mid to late Autumn, they grow through Winter reaching a height of about 20-30cm by early Spring. Then as the weather turns warmer and with good rainfall, they grow to a height of 60-100cm height and by late Spring they form 'heads' on the end of the stems (where the oat seeds grow).
By early Summer (December) the plants and heads start to dry off in the heat and by then the seeds have fully formed and filled (per what you see in the stem).
How does Dad’s Oats produce oats for our consumption?
In December we harvest the oat heads with our harvesting machine (known as the 'Header'), which cuts off the stems, knocks out the seeds in a big rotating drum as it drives along. The oat seeds (or 'oats') are then stored in a silo until they are ready to be processed at a special processing facility.
The processing involves taking off the outer shell of the oat ('dehulling') and then steaming and rolling the inner grain (which is called the 'groat).
We sell four different types; Traditional Rolled Oats, Quick Oats, Groats and Steel-Cut Oats. The traditional oats are the most common and often used for porridge and muesli, the quick oats are rolled thinner and cut smaller so that they are quicker to cook when making porridge, groats are the whole oat grain (before it has been rolled), the steel-cut oats are the groats which have been chopped with a steel blade into small pieces,
Once the oats have been processed, we then put them into a sealed bag or box and send it to the stores, cafes or direct to customers who have ordered online.
When are oats in season?
Autumn: sowing
Winter: slow growing
Spring: fast growing
Summer: drying/harvesting
Tips on planting the oat seed at school to grow a plant (students can plant the oat seed that’s on the stems to grow their own, turning this into a bigger project)
Plant in moist but drained soil, small amount of fertiliser and keep moist/watered as plant grows.
Where is Dad’s Oats located and why?
Natte Yallock, where our farm is located in North Central Victoria, is a temperate climate, relying on winter/spring rainfall rather than irrigation.
We grow oats along the banks of the Avoca river, which are flat paddocks with clay/sandy loam soils.
Why are Australian grown oats so important?
Oats are an important grain used in breakfast products such as porridge and muesli along with other snacks like muesli bars.
They improve gut health, help lower cholesterol, and provide long lasting energy for the body when eaten for breakfast.
Many parts of Australia have the perfect climate for growing oats and they are considered to be a very sustainable crop to grow.