Cornmeal Mush
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4.7
Cornmeal Mush
Description
This Cornmeal Mush recipe involves boiling water then gradually stirring in a mixture of cornmeal, milk, and salt. The mixture is brought back to a boil and then simmered while stirring frequently to avoid lumps. Cooking continues until thickened to the desired consistency, producing a smooth, creamy porridge-like dish with a mild corn taste.
The dish is served warm, commonly accompanied by cream and maple syrup to add richness and sweetness. It highlights the simplicity of cornmeal cooked in liquid to create a soft and soothing base.
Cornmeal Mush can be eaten as breakfast or a light meal; its straightforward ingredients and preparation emphasize ease and comfort.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup cornmeal yellow
- 1 cup milk 2%
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. 3 cups water
- In a small bowl, mix together the cornmeal, milk and salt. 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1 cup 2% milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Slowly pour the cornmeal/milk mixture into the boiling water, stirring constantly.
- Bring it to a boil again, then reduce heat and stir almost constantly (to avoid clumps) for about 15 minutes or until the mixture is thickened to the consistency you like.
- Serve warm with cream and maple syrup.
Notes
- Calories are estimated based on one cup serving size.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 151kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 259mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 176mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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