Oatmeal with spicy apple jam
3 servings
35 minutes
Oatmeal with spiced apple jam is a blend of simplicity and sophistication. This recipe has roots in Russian cuisine, where oatmeal traditionally symbolizes comfort and home warmth. The oats take on a special character thanks to the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves that transform the familiar dish into true gastronomic luxury. The jam made from apples, raisins, and nuts infused with a hint of cognac gives the porridge a sweet tartness and richness of flavor. The dish is perfect for a cozy breakfast or leisurely dinner, filling the home with the aromas of spices. Such porridge not only warms but also provides a sense of comfort, reminding one of traditions and family meals.
1
Peel the apple, remove the seeds. Cut into large pieces. Place raisins, walnuts, and chopped apples in a heatproof saucepan. Add 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, a cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cloves, 1 tablespoon of brandy, and 2 tablespoons of water. Put the saucepan over medium heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. At the end of cooking, all the liquid should evaporate, and the syrup should thicken. After the time is up, remove from heat.
- Green apples: 1 piece
- Light raisins: 1 tablespoon
- Walnuts: 1 tablespoon
- Demerara sugar: 4 tablespoons
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Ground nutmeg: pinch
- Carnation: 1 piece
- Cognac: 1 tablespoon
- Grated ginger: 0.3 teaspoon
- Milk: 300 ml
2
In another saucepan, combine milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar, ground ginger, and a cinnamon stick from the prepared jam. Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat until boiling. Add the oats and cook for about 5 minutes until thickened, stirring. Remove from heat. Divide the porridge into plates and top with stewed apple filling. Serve immediately.
- Milk: 300 ml
- Demerara sugar: 4 tablespoons
- Grated ginger: 0.3 teaspoon
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Hercules: 60 g