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Warm Amaranth Breakfast Cereal
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Cook Time:PT25M25 Minutes
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Yield:2 servings
Ingredients
- ½ cup amaranth
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Pinch salt
- 118.29ml amaranth
- 354.88ml unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla)
- 25.56g brown sugar
- Pinch salt
Amaranth is a nutritious gluten-free ancient grain from South America that is high in fiber, protein and micronutrients. It also grows as a visibly striking plant.
Preparation
STEP 1
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
STEP 2
Reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes or until amaranth is tender but not mushy and cereal has thickened slightly. Serve warm.
Options
This recipe is a great platform for your own variations: • Top with fresh or dried fruit • For a little crunch, add some nuts or seeds • Add 1/4 cup grated apple or pear and a dash of cinnamon • Mix some grated carrot in with the fruit for a veggie boost • Substitute honey, maple syrup or agave for the brown sugar. To make with cow’s milk, soy milk, coconut milk or other thicker milk alternative, substitute water for half the liquid.