gruau (oatmeal porridge)

(6 ratings)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

From Traditional Quebec Cooking by Micheline-Mongrain-Dontigny.

(6 ratings)
yield 1 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For gruau (oatmeal porridge)

  • 1 1/2 c
    water
  • 2/3 c
    quick cooking oatmeal
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • brown sugar
  • milk or cream

How To Make gruau (oatmeal porridge)

  • 1
    In a medium casserole, bring the water and salt to boil.
  • 2
    Add oatmeal, stir and cook on medium heat for 3 minutes.
  • 3
    Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle each portion with brown sugar and two tablespoons milk or cream; mix well.
  • 4
    Serve with buttered toast.
  • 5
    In the microwave: Combine water, oatmeal and salt in a one quart glass bowl.
  • 6
    Microwave on High for 2 minutes, stir and microwave on high for 1 or 2 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • 7
    Let stand for 1 or 2 minutes. Sprinkle with brown sugar and milk and mix well.

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