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Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge Recipe

Jamaican ⏱ 1 h 5 min Medium

Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge — a classic Jamaican Breakfast.

Ingredients

Preparation

  1. Add 2 ½ cups water, 1 can coconut milk to a 4 QT heavy bottomed pot.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Meanwhile, add 1 cup cornmeal and 1 ½ cup water to a large mixing cup and whisk until smooth.
  4. Once the pot begins to boil, whisk in cornmeal mixture and continue to whisk for about 1 minute, ensuring there are no lumps.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cover with a tight fitting lid.
  6. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. When there is about 5 minutes left, stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and all-spice.
  8. Remove from heat and sweeten with condensed milk.
  9. Serve and enjoy.
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