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Cream of wheat warm breakfast

Cream of Wheat Warm Breakfast

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups whole milk or 2 cups milk and 2 cups water
  • 1 cup Cream of Wheat cereal
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh berries sliced bananas, or chopped nuts for topping
  • Extra brown sugar or maple syrup for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Bring milk or milk-water mixture to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  2. Reduce heat to low; slowly whisk cereal in a steady stream, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  3. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to desired thickness.
  4. Off heat, stir in sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and butter until combined and butter melts.
  5. Stand 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly; it thickens further as it cools.
  6. Divide among four bowls; add favorite toppings such as berries, bananas, nuts, extra cinnamon, or maple syrup.
  7. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.