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Coat a 9" x 5" loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a large saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil over high heat.
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Stir in the oats, and cook for 1 minute.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the brown sugar and raisins.
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Pour the oat mixture into the loaf pan, cover, and chill for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
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Remove loaf from the pan and cut into 1-inch-thick slices.
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In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
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Cook the oatmeal slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and heated through, adding more butter as necessary.
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Serve:.
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Topped with additional brown sugar or warm maple syrup.