McCann's Irish Oatmeal, Traditional Steel Cut Oats, 28 Ounce

My wife is a two-time cancer survivor. She follows the sage advice of doctors and nutritionalists, and this is one of her go-to items from her dietician. She has passed the six year mark in remission from her second bout. This specific oatmeal isn't the only reason, but we are convinced it is a contributing reason as anecdotal as that may sound.

Ah, McCann’s Irish Traditional Steel Cut Oatmeal—the breakfast of champions, philosophers, and those with an abundance of free time. In a world filled with instant gratification and oatmeal that’s ready in 90 seconds, McCann’s boldly challenges you to earn your breakfast, one painstakingly long-simmered bite at a time.From the moment you open the tin, you know you’re in for something special. These oats are not for the faint of heart. No, they require patience, fortitude, and perhaps a minor existential crisis while you watch them cook for 30 to 40 minutes. By the time they’re ready, you’ll have completed a full morning’s worth of soul-searching, planned your entire week, and questioned all your life choices. But the payoff? Oh, the payoff!McCann’s doesn’t just nourish your body—it forges your spirit. Each spoonful is a textural masterpiece, the chewy steel-cut oats offering the kind of resistance you just don’t get with those spineless, mushy rolled oats. The flavor is pure, earthy, and unapologetically oaty, making you feel as if you’ve been transported to the rolling green hills of Ireland, where a hearty breakfast is the only thing standing between you and the elements.And let’s talk about versatility! Add honey, nuts, fruit, or even a splash of whiskey if you’re truly embracing your inner Irish poet. However you dress it up, McCann’s delivers a breakfast experience that is as much a lesson in patience as it is in nourishment.So, if you’re looking for a bowl of oats that will toughen you up, make you appreciate the passage of time, and remind you that good things come to those who wait—McCann’s is for you. And if you’re in a rush? Well…there’s always instant oatmeal, but where’s the dignity in that?

I love this oatmeal. It's quick and easy to make in the microwave. It doesn't clump like some oatmeals do.

My Irish wife says it's the real deal. I can tell the difference from thinner products.

Good taste but alitttle price adjustment needed

I have tried many oatmeal brands, but this one stands out. It has a nice texture--not mushy and not too firm--that I've found nowhere else. The flavor is excellent and it's easy to prepare. It's so much better than other oatmeals that it almost needs a different name!

Not Gluten-free! I did a search on Amazon for gluten-free steel-cut oats. I have a true allergy to gluten. It makes me itch non-stop. Amazon, in all their wisdom, featured this item at the top of the listings, and shame on me for trusting them and not verifying as I should have. It’s a delicious product. Exactly what I wanted, but it will make me itch. Can’t wait. Shame on you, Amazon. If I search for gluten-free, trust I have a valid reason and do NOT feature items outside that designation.One star for Amazon, 5 stars for McCann and their delicious oatmeal.

So healthy