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> Hi all. I was wondering if the water requirements for oatmeal is
> linear as the amount of oats increases. Is it like rice, the more you
> have the less water you need (ie decreasing ratio 2:1, 4:2.5, etc. <=
> those aren't the real numbers, just an example). I'd like to make a
> lot then freeze it for later but don't want to water-log it. The
> recipe I have calls for a 3:1 water to oat ratio. If I make 3 cups
> oats do I need 9 cups water or less?
>
> Thanks,
> Ben..

I checked my container of Quaker Quick (1 minute) Oats and for 2-1/2 cups of
oats it calls for 1-1/2 cups of water. Read the label. BTW, I don't think
cooked oats will freeze well.

Jill