Description
Warm, spiced, and oh-so-comforting, this breakfast porridge combines sweet pears and nutty barley for a delightful start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Barley: Rinse the pearl barley under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the Barley: In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed barley and almond milk. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat; reduce to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until tender.
- Add Spices: Once the barley is cooked, stir in cinnamon and maple syrup. Optionally, add a sprinkle of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Incorporate Fresh Pears: Gently fold the diced pears into the porridge. Cook on low heat for an additional five minutes to soften the pears slightly.
- Serve It Up: Spoon into bowls and top with chopped nuts if desired. Drizzle with more maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Enjoy Your Creation: Serve warm and sprinkle with extra cinnamon if you like!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap pears for apples or berries. - Add a drizzle of honey or extra nuts for crunch. - For creaminess, use whole milk or your preferred milk alternative.