Gruel
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Gruel is a simple, warm porridge made by gently cooking oats in a mixture of water and milk with a pinch of salt. This recipe produces a smooth, soft texture that combines the subtle flavors of oats and dairy, making a basic but comforting breakfast or light meal option.
Description
The recipe begins by soaking oats briefly before simmering them with water, milk, and salt. This method softens the oats and allows the mixture to thicken gradually over 15 minutes of gentle cooking with occasional stirring. The result is a pale, creamy porridge with a mild flavor and tender texture.
This humble gruel can be eaten on its own or adapted by adding flavorings, sweeteners, or toppings according to preference. It serves as a straightforward base for a low-effort, filling meal.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons oats
- 300 ml water (or all milk) 1 ⅓ cups
- 150 ml milk (or all water) ¾ cup
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Soak the oats in a little of the water for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the remaining water and the milk, along with the salt, to a small pot over a medium heat. Bring it nearly to the boil, then reduce the heat.
- Stir in the soaked oats, along with any unabsorbed water.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
66kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.3g
(2%)
Cholesterol
4mg
(1%)
Sodium
37mg
(2%)
Potassium
152mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
147IU
(3%)
Calcium
103mg
(10%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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