Whole grain porridge in a slow cooker
6 servings
120 minutes
Whole grain porridge in a slow cooker is a harmonious blend of healthy grains and aromatic spices, creating a tender and warming breakfast. This cooking method preserves the maximum nutritional value of the ingredients, making the porridge rich and fragrant. European cuisine is renowned for its love of whole grain products, appreciating their rich flavor and benefits. Barley, oatmeal, and cornmeal provide softness and texture, while adding vanilla extract and cinnamon gives it a refined aroma. The porridge becomes an ideal base for various toppings: fresh fruits, nuts or dried fruits. It's not just a dish — it's a cozy start to the day filled with energy and flavor that will warm you from the first spoonful.
1
To prepare whole grain porridge, mix all the listed ingredients (except those for serving) in a slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker with a lid and let it cook overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
- Pearl barley: 0.8 glass
- Oat groats: 0.8 glass
- Cornmeal: 0.5 glass
- Unrefined (raw) cane sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
2
In the morning, set the slow cooker to maximum mode and cook the porridge until the grains soften for about 2 hours. You need to stir the porridge once, about an hour after cooking starts.
3
Add milk to the porridge and decorate it to your taste with fresh fruits, dried fruits, or nuts.
- Milk: to taste
- Nuts: to taste
- Dried fruit: to taste