Mother's Porridge
A comforting porridge made with oats, whole milk, and spices, simmered to creamy perfection and topped with nuts and fruits.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Rolled Oats (use old-fashioned rolled oats) | 300 | Grams |
| Whole Milk (full-fat milk for creaminess) | 1 | Liter |
| Water (for cooking the oats) | 500 | Milliliters |
| Brown Sugar (for sweetness) | 5 | Tbsp |
| Cinnamon (ground cinnamon for flavor) | 1 | Tsp |
| Vanilla Extract (for added aroma) | 1 | Tsp |
| Salt (to enhance flavors) | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Almonds (sliced, for topping) | 100 | Grams |
| Raisins (for topping) | 100 | Grams |
| Banana (sliced, for topping) | 2 | Count |
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine rolled oats, whole milk, and water. Stir well.
- Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Add brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the oats are tender and the porridge is creamy, about 20 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the porridge sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Serve the porridge in bowls, topped with sliced almonds, raisins, and banana slices.
Prep
- Soak almonds in water for 2 hours to soften them before slicing.
Kitchen equipment
Large PotWooden Spoon