Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge

Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge

Tired of the same oatmeal for breakfast?  Try something new like this cornmeal porridge, infused with Caribbean spices for a complete warm and comforting breakfast!


Preparation time: 5 mins 
Cooking time: 25 mins


    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups fine-ground cornmeal 
    • 1 can coconut milk or 1 cup coconut milk powder mix
    • 2 cinnamon leaves
    • 2 teaspoons (10ml) pure vanilla extract
    • nutmeg (as desired)
    • add VitaClassic syrup as desired
    • add unsweetened almond milk as needed to determine consistency
    • add condensed milk to taste
    • 1 pinch or 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste 

    Directions

    1. Mix cornmeal in a container with room temperature water.
    2. Boil 1 cup water in a saucepan with the salt and cinnamon leaves.
    3. Mix in cornmeal mixture then reduce heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer while avoiding spattering by stirring the mixture frequently to prevent lumps.
    4. Add coconut milk and continue stirring. Cook for 15-20 minutes. Add additional liquid such as water or milk to desired consistency.
    5. Add VitaClassic syrup, vanilla, and nutmeg. Add condensed milk if extra sweetness and creaminess is desired. Serve hot in a bowl. Enjoy!
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