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Old 07-12-2010, 10:39
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That's twice this week I've been to the main supermarkets and their Scott's Porridge Oats have completely sold out. This is the only brand that's not on the shelves.

Does anyone know if something has happened to this?

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Old 07-12-2010, 10:41
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It is a Scottish product and they are snowed in badly.
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Old 07-12-2010, 10:54
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Do you mean the oats can't be transported, or the Scots are eating them all to keep warm?
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:03
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yep, we are having porridge in this house every morning to keep warm ( ice on the inside of the windows....brr)

But not responsible for the Scotts Porage Oats shortage - we use traditional oatmeal, not rolled oats. ( much tastier!)
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:15
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But not responsible for the Scotts Porage Oats shortage - we use traditional oatmeal, not rolled oats. ( much tastier!)
What's the difference then? I suppose I could look it up, but you seem to know what you're talking about!

I can't remember what variety I have because they were decanted into a plastic tub long ago. But I do know some young people who favour a very smooth texture, whereas I prefer a bit of "graininess".
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:28
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Oatmeal comes in three grades - coarse(called pinhead) which is the one usually used for porridge ( makes a lovely nutty, grainy texture) medium and fine which are used in baking and making oatcakes.

Rolled oats are made from ( usually) pinhead oatmeal , par-cooked, and then rolled flat.

Oats should really be soaked overnight for the best porridge, but I often dont bother.


ps - and of course, make the porridge with water.
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:36
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Thanks for that, and I suppose I really should try the water thing. And salt. It just sounds so... austere.
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:37
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I prefer Scott's too. Also prefer the Porage spelling!!
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Old 07-12-2010, 11:43
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Thanks for that, and I suppose I really should try the water thing. And salt. It just sounds so... austere.
i confess I dont salt my porridge. But neither do i sugar it!

Generally it gets a sprinking with flaked almonds or sunflower seeds , and a wee splash of milk on top ( instead of cream). it can become quite luxurious

I also hide a handful of ground linseeds in it too when I rememebr.
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Old 07-12-2010, 12:58
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Thanks for the replies. I cook porridge most mornings, and really enjoy the Scott's Porage Oats because it cooks up so well and easily.

I don't have salt or sugar with the porridge either, just a splash of creamy milk.
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