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October 7, 2016

Pumpkin Millet Porridge

This post is sponsored by the National Milk Life Campaign

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Millet is something I normally think of as a side dish at dinner, the base of a salad or perhaps birdseed! But this grain-like seed makes a wonderful breakfast porridge too. It takes a wee bit longer to cook than oatmeal, but the texture is worth the wait. Think of it as a cross between steel cut oats, rice, and couscous. Millet is also naturally gluten-free, so it’s a good option for those who are gluten-sensitive.

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Naturally I turned my millet porridge into a fall party packed with pumpkin and the spiced flavors of cinnamon and vanilla. Pumpkin stirred in near the end of cooking adds vitamin A and fiber, cinnamon and vanilla add flavor, and pecans and raisins add crunch, chew and nutty, healthy fats.

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I used milk as the backbone of the recipe for an extra boost of morning protein and nutrients. Since I always have milk in my fridge, cooking with it is one of the easiest ways to incorporate more protein into my meals. Eight ounces of milk provides 8 grams of high-quality natural protein, plus other essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, so it’s worth making your porridges with more than just plain water. Pair this porridge with a glass of milk on the side, and you have yourself a breakfast that will help keep you feeling full all morning. I’ve eaten this for breakfast four times in the past few weeks and never have I needed a morning snack.

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Add the millet, milk, water and salt to a sauce pan and set to medium heat. Allow millet to come to a light boil and then reduce heat to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until thick. Keep stirring to keep cooking even and the milk from creating a film.

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When porridge becomes thick, stir in pumpkin, maple, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and raisins.

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Allow everything to heat up together and then portion evenly into four bowls.

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Toast your pecans until fragrant – be careful not to burn them! A few minutes is all you need.

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Enjoy with milk!

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Pumpkin Millet Porridge

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 serving
Author Kath Younger

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry millet
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Combine millet, water, milk, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.
  • Allow millet to come to a light boil and then reduce heat to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until thick. Stir often!
  • While millet simmers, toast pecans in a toaster oven or dry skillet until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
  • When thick, stir pumpkin, maple, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and raisins into millet.
  • Portion porridge into four bowls and top each with a tbsp of pecans.
  • Serve with an 8 ounce glass of milk on the side.

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Thanks to the National Milk Life Campaign for sponsoring this post. 

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  1. Jen says

    October 7, 2016 at 8:24 am

    This looks wonderful!! Adding the ingredients to my shopping list for the week. I made a double batch of your banan whipped oatmeal this week and it’s really filled me up and given me a lot of energy. Topped with Trader Joe’s grain free granola and PB, yum!

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  2. Kori says

    October 7, 2016 at 9:32 am

    This looks like the perfect autumn-in-a-bowl breakfast!

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  3. Sarah @ BucketListTummy says

    October 7, 2016 at 10:39 am

    This looks so good! Millet is one of those grains I haven’t had much. I just started doing quinoa for breakfast to switch up my oats so this may be next!

    Reply
  4. Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    October 7, 2016 at 11:28 am

    When I do food sensitivity testing my clients are always asking me what millet it is. Now I can send them this recipe!

    Reply
  5. Emily says

    October 7, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    Perfect way to spice up my morning oatmeal!

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  6. Houston Electrician says

    October 7, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    This definitely looks like an interesting dish!

    Reply
  7. OKC Painters says

    October 7, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    I’ve never had millet, but the rest of the ingredients are my favorite fall tastes! I am excited to give this a try!

    Reply
  8. Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says

    October 7, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    This looks yummy!

    Reply
  9. Bethany says

    October 7, 2016 at 11:20 pm

    Beautiful photography. Recipe looks delish!

    Reply
  10. Dagmar says

    October 8, 2016 at 5:27 pm

    Why do you cook millet for 30 minutes? Doesn’t it kill most of the nutrients? I cook mine for ten and that’s more than enough.

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    • KathEats says

      October 9, 2016 at 7:17 am

      No, just cook it until it’s tender. Mine took about 20 minutes to absorb the liquid.

      Reply
  11. Mary says

    October 9, 2016 at 4:50 am

    yum yum! I love Milet!

    Reply

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