Cornmeal Breakfast Combo

This recipe is a hearty breakfast cereal that is packed with vitamins and fiber. Top this deliciously different cereal with maple syrup of molasses. The recipe is adapted from Oat Cuisine by Bobbie Hinman.

• Ready In: 12 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup  oat bran
• 1⁄3 cup polenta or 1⁄3 cup  coarse yellow cornmeal
• 1⁄2-3⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1⁄4 cup raisins or 1⁄4 cup dried cranberries
• 2  cups water
•  maple syrup (optional)
•  molasses (optional)
•  cream (optional)

Directions

1. Add the water to a medium size saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. While the water is coming to a boil, combine the oat bran, polenta, and cinnamon.
3. When water boils, whisk in the oat bran mixture using a wire whisk to prevent lumps.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered for 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture is thick and creamy, stirring frequently.
5. Stir in the dried fruit, divide the cereal between 2 bowls and drizzle with warmed maple syrup or molasses.
6. May add a touch of cream if desired.