Nut-Free Classic Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
Warm, comforting, and velvety smooth, this Nut-Free Classic Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge is a breakfast staple that delivers rich, nostalgic flavors in every bite. Made with coarse yellow cornmeal, infused with the aromatic spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, and sweetened with creamy condensed milk and brown sugar, this porridge is irresistibly satisfying. Perfectly creamy without the addition of nuts, it's an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or food allergies. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this heartwarming Caribbean dish is ideal for chilly mornings or whenever you crave a wholesome, homemade treat. Sprinkle with a dash of ground cinnamon to serve, and let the irresistible flavor transport you straight to the islands.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the coarse yellow cornmeal with 1 cup of water. Stir well to form a smooth slurry and set aside.
In a large saucepan, bring the remaining 1 cup of water and 2 cups of whole milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the cinnamon stick to the saucepan and allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes to infuse the milk with cinnamon flavor.
Carefully stir in the cornmeal slurry into the simmering milk mixture, continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the porridge thickens and the cornmeal is fully cooked.
Remove the cinnamon stick from the porridge and discard.
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, salt, ground nutmeg, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Allow the porridge to simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serve the porridge hot, sprinkled with ground cinnamon on top for garnish. Enjoy your nut-free classic Jamaican cornmeal porridge!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.0 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.5 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1549 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2079 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
