This quick porridge is one of the great things that fonio can do better than other many other grains. It cooks fast and creates a creamy, textured porridge that will take on the flavor of anything mixed into it. This same recipe can be cooked covered in a microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 6 min
Ingredients
Serves 4
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1/2 Cup Fonio, Pearled (Parboiled)
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1/2 Cup Water
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1 1/2 Cups Milk
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2 Tablespoons Honey Or Brown Sugar
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2 Tablespoons Butter
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1/2 Teaspoon Salt
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1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Directions
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Add fonio, water and milk to a one quart saucepot and bring to simmer while stirring. Cook until the mixture turns to a creamy, thick porridge and add the remaining ingredients. Stir to melt the butter and serve with fruit, nuts or a little cream if desired.