Steel cut oats are an American style of oatmeal or porridge oats. Also referred to as Irish oats. They are made by cutting whole oat grains into 2-3 small pieces, where as traditional style porridge oats are steamed then rolled flat. Steel cut oats are the perfect slow food, they are not an oat to rush. Unless you use some cheeky shortcuts like soaking them overnight or blanching in hot water before cooking. The texture of porridge or oatmeal made from steel cut out is dramatically different to rolled oat porridge, and may just become your preference.FeaturesNature First Steel Cut Oats are packed in Australia from local ingredients. It comes in a 1kg re-sealable oxygen barrier bag to preserve freshness.BenefitsThe nutrient composition of oats is well-balanced. Nature First steel cut oats are a good source of protein and dietary fibre. Oats contain beta-glucan (also known as ß-glucan), a soluble fibre that has been linked to lowering cholesterol. They also contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidant plant compounds including being a good source of manganese, phosphorus, magnesium and even contain copper, iron, zinc, folate and B vitamins.