Use 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats to 1 cup liquid on the stove for about 5 minutes, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes on HIGH in the microwave, or a 1:1 soak overnight in the fridge. Look at the center of the bowl: the flakes still hold their shape instead of collapsing into paste — that’s the creamy texture to aim for. Photo: “Creamy Raspberry Oatmeal” by rusvaplauke, CC BY 2.0 (cropped) Contents Why Most Oatmeal Turns Out Gluey (And What Creamy Really Means) Step 1 — Choose Your Oat and Lock In the Liquid Ratio Step 2 — Cook Creamy Stovetop Oatmeal in About 5 Minutes Step 3 — Make a…