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Cornmeal porridge with fruit preserve
Cornmeal porridge is a staple food in some Indigenous households and is usually enjoyed in the morning. This version of the recipe is prepared with maple water.
Ingredients
ServingsOriginal: Serves 4
- maple water1 L (4 cups)
- yellow cornmeal, medium grind500 mL (2 cups)
- fresh or frozen berries1 L (4 cups)
- water250 ml (1 cup)
- sugar30 mL (2 tbsp)
- maple syrup20 mL (4 tsp)
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 4 steps
In a pan, bring maple water to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
Stir in cornmeal and fold gently (do not stop or the mixture will clump together). Remove from heat after 8 minutes.
Prepare fruit preserve: Mix berries, water, and sugar in a pot. Simmer for 15 minutes, until the mixture has reduced by half.
Divide cornmeal into 4 bowls. Top off with fruit preserve and maple syrup. Serve with berries.
