In a medium saucepan, combine old-fashioned oats, your choice of milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.

Once simmering, reduce heat and cook for about 10–15 minutes until creamy. Adjust cooking time to desired consistency.

In a separate frying pan, add cooking oil and heat over medium. Cook bacon until crispy—about 5–7 minutes—and drain on paper towels.

In the same pan, crack eggs and cook to desired doneness, about 2–3 minutes for sunny-side-up.

Spoon oatmeal into bowls, topping with fried eggs, crumbled bacon, green onions, crushed garlic, za’atar, and red pepper.

In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté corn for about 5 minutes until caramelized.

Spoon oatmeal into another bowl and top with melted butter and sautéed corn, scallions, and black pepper.

Serve immediately and enjoy your savory oatmeal bowls!