Amaranth Pear Porridge – FSP
Servings
4Serving size
1/2 cup
COOKING TIME
75 minutes
This whole grain porridge is an alternative to oatmeal. With a light nutty flavor, combined with the pear and cardamom, this is a delicious breakfast.
Ingredients
| 1 cup Amaranth grain, uncooked (soaked; see instructions) |
| 1 1/3 cup 2% milk |
| 2/3 cup Water |
| 1/2 medium Pears (small dice) |
| 2 Tbsp. Maple syrup |
| 1/2 tsp. Ground cardamom |
| 1/2 tsp. Ground cinnamon |
| 1/8 tsp. Salt |
| 1 Tbsp Pumpkin seeds (for garnish) |
Instructions
Gather all ingredients and equipment.
Soak amaranth covered by 2 inches of water for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
Place soaked amaranth in a pot with milk and water. Bring to a boil; lower heat and simmer for 7 minutes.
Add the pear and simmer another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
When the amaranth is tender, remove from heat and immediately stir in the maple syrup, salt, cardamom, and cinnamon.
Garnish with pumpkin seeds and serve hot.
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Lactose
This recipe is NOT safe for those who are lactose intolerant.