Serious Oatmeal

Directions

1. 1
   Bring the 1-1/2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan.
2. 2
   Add salt, sugar and butter.
3. 3
   Stir in oats.
4. 4
   Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add first 1/2 cup evaporated milk and cook, stirring, 2 additional minutes.
6. 6
   Add vanilla, remaining evaporated milk and water, a little at a time to prevent lumping.
7. 7
   Cook 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Serve immediately.