It's OK, but
Reviewed by terrier, 2006-02-17

This frozen stuff is a vast improvement over instant oatmenal, but not nearly as good as cooking steel cut oats on the stovetop. It's a texture thing. Real stealcut oats are sort of nutty. This frozen stuff is much smoother and mushier.

Love it
Reviewed by Rollo, 2006-03-12

My local TJs just got these in. I love them. The are real convenient and delicious. I agree with terrier that they aren't exactly like slow cooked steel cuts, but they only take 4 minutes.

Once you've tried this, you will never go back to instant oatmeal again
Reviewed by sugarsnap, 2006-03-14

It comes in two frozen individual servings, and you microwave it for four minutes each and you have a wonderful bowl of fabulous oatmeal. It has a maple, brown sugar flavor, but I think it could use a little more brown sugar. I put fresh blueberries on top, but I think any fruit or raisins would be equally good. It fills you up for hours and is only 150 calories per serving.

Pretty box too!
Reviewed by jovanna, 2006-03-15

OK, so I fall for nice packaging. The box is so fancy-shmancy and just $1.59. If you ask me, it's Trader Joe's one-uping Whole Foods with products like this. Pretty, gourmet, healthy and (trump card) CHEAP.

Anyway, I agree with basically everyone. They are a bit runnier than I would make them but so quick and good. I also add stuff to make them sweeter but that's nice because one day I can add brown sugar and another fresh fruit.

Agreed, Agreed!
Reviewed by jobrien505, 2006-03-21

I have to buy 3-4 boxes at a time, just because we only have 1 TJ's here at the moment, and this stuff is ALWAYS sold out.

Buy 4-6 boxes to start, then 2-3 more each time you go to keep it on hand!

Ohhh NO, TJ's is "OUT" of Steelcut Outmeal Temporarily!?!?
Reviewed by jobrien505, 2006-03-23

What is a boy to do !?!? Tj's has been out of my twice a week addiction now for almost 2 weeks! I've gone for a few days, but not weeks!

Supposed to be back in stock within 2-4 weeks at the Warehouse, but I tell you... two more weeks w/o those frozen pucs of perfection... and I might just start going into withdrawl!

Very good for convenience food
Reviewed by 90percentTJs, 2006-04-03

I finally picked up some of this, based on the reviews here. I think this is a fantastic product. It comes out a lot like my steel-cut via the stove top method. But then again, I may add more liquid than most.

I also appreciate the fact that it is not pre-sweetened (per se) leaving the final flavoring and sugar content up to my personal preference. It's also very convenient todller fodder as well.

Yummy and lower in calories!
Reviewed by foxydot, 2006-05-02

How is nearly 3 times as much (by volume) of this oatmeal lower in calories than the Oatmeal Complete(1 pkt)? Amazing. And it tastes so much better. Okay, so it costs more per breakfast, but for someone working the Weight Watchers, it's really an awesome option. 2.5 points for a significant amount of tsty filling breakfast...and no wait! AWESOME. I'll be getting alot more of this!

STEEL CUT OATMEAL
Reviewed by maryjane, 2006-05-08

I JUST TRIED THIS THIS MORNING. I LIKED THE CONVENIENCE, THE TEXTURE BUT IT DID NEED SOMETHING EXTRA. I ADDED HONEY AND IT WAS GREAT.

Good, but needs doctoring...
Reviewed by NewtonFan, 2006-05-17

This product is very convenient, and you certainly get your money (and belly's) worth. Still, it's a bit on the flavorless side. I had to thin it out with some milk, then boost the flavor with walnuts, cranberries, and bit of maple syrup before I really enjoyed it.

My new favorite weekday breakfast
Reviewed by gbo, 2006-05-24

I love McCann's Steel Cut Oats but who has time to stand over the stove for 30 minutes in the morning? These frozen oatmeal hockey pucks (which initially struck me as totally unappealing) are a great quick n easy second best. As many have pointed out, the hockey puck can use a little something extra. I add an additional 2 tablespoons of milk, 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and a pinch of salt after I pull the bowl out of the microwave. Just one serving keeps my hunger at bay almost until lunchtime!

Yes, needs doctoring
Reviewed by sdjimbob, 2006-07-13

Based on all the comments here, I finally decided to grab a box and try the oatmeal.

I liked it, but I agree that the oatmeal alone doesn't cut it. I like to add a spoonful of that greek style yoghurt and some berries, mix it together, and it's a lot better.

so-so
Reviewed by FabSis, 2006-07-17

I prefer rolled oats meself... it's alright. It's a unique presentation, though. I've never seen oatmeal packaged this way before.

This is a great product
Reviewed by ilikedshrek, 2006-07-21

It is perfect, I do not have to add milk or syrup, it is
creamy, thick and just right in sweetness for me.
Also only 150 calories for that much oatmeal.

Delicious
Reviewed by apinkpony, 2006-08-17

This stuff is great. Its not exactly like home made steel cut oats, like everyone has said, but it still has more texture and interest than regular oatmeal, even the homemade rolled kind. Yum yum, too bad it doesn't come in bigger boxes, or smaller prices.

Chalk up another "Doctor it" comment
Reviewed by henrys, 2006-08-22

I decided to give this a try because it was so deliciously described in their Fearless Flyer several months ago. Heck, even the little fruit on top of the oatmeal on the packaging makes it look good.

But it was too bland for me as I'm used to soy milk, bananas, and berries in my oatmeal which add to the texture and consistency.

To this, I'll add cinnamon, honey or brown sugar (1t) , a banana, and if I'm feeling "berry" a tablespoon of TJ's Omega-3 Cranberries.

A pack of 2 costs less than $2.

i like it
Reviewed by Netaris, 2006-09-08

it tastes really good on a cold winter (or fall) day. I like putting brown sugar and cinammon with a splash of milk on mine. however, the stove top version is great when you have the time to cook it!

Steel cut oatmeal
Reviewed by chttrbox, 2006-10-07

This is such a great convenience food for breakfast. I add frozen blueberries and a small handful of chopped walnuts, wonderfully filling too!!

The greatest!
Reviewed by Salle, 2006-10-14

I love this oatmeal. I used to make a whole batch and leave it in the 'frig to heat up as needed but this is so much better - fresh! The price is even great - if you haven't yet, give this a try - you'll never go back to the old stuff.

I'll stick with old fashioned oatmeal
Reviewed by May, 2006-11-06

I liked that each serving was a substantial portion for only 150 calories. But the texture is lacking. It was just too mushy for me.