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Cornmeal Porridge

Gluten free Caribbean Cornmeal Porridge is a sweet, creamy, and comforting hot breakfast recipe that's perfect for cold mornings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 6
Calories: 265.94kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, pour out the can of evaporated milk. Fill the can with water and add to the milk in the pan.
  • Add cinnamon, star anise and raisins (if using).
  • Heat the milk, but do not boil
  • Meanwhile combine the cornmeal and 1 1/4 cups water and whisk together in a bowl.
  • Slowly add this to the simmering liquid on the stove, stirring constantly.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes on medium low heat. After about 3 minutes and the porridge thickens, add the lowfat milk.
  • Add vanilla and sugar. Stir to combine.
  • To serve, garnish with grated nutmeg.

Notes

The cornmeal porridge will firm as it chills. To reheat leftovers, you will need to add a little water and stir.

Nutrition

Calories: 265.94kcal | Carbohydrates: 47.61g | Protein: 7.27g | Fat: 5.26g | Saturated Fat: 2.93g | Sodium: 85.22mg | Fiber: 1.58g | Sugar: 26.12g
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