Your Own Blend Overnight Porridge

ratherbeswimmin''s Note:

If you want to try some unusual grains—here is one way to do it.

• Total Time: 9 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 9 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1/2 cup steel cut oats
• 1/2 cup short-grain brown rice
• 1/2 cup millet
• 1/2 cup whole-grain barley
• 1/3 cup wild rice
• 1/4 cup polenta or 1/4 cup corn grits
• 3 tablespoons ground flax seed or 3 tablespoons flax seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 7 cups water

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a slow cooker; stir to combine.
2. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours or overnight, until tender.
3. Stir well and scoop into bowls; serve with milk or cream and brown sugar or maple syrup.

Reviews

[Mikekey]

This is certainly hearty! Great change from oatmeal. I think if made with some broth and herbs, it would also be a good savory side dish. I served it with a little butter, cream and sugar. May try it with some cinnamon next time. Thanks for sharing. Made for Sept. Photo Challenge.