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Ingredients

• 1 cup Millet (rinsed, then soaked in boiling water)
• 2.5 cups Water (for soaking and cooking; use fresh water for cooking after draining)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
• 1 cup Milk (adds creaminess; can use dairy or plant milk)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (optional, for richness; can omit for vegan version)

Instructions

1. Measure the millet

   Place 1 cup of millet into a measuring cup and set aside.

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2. Boil water for soaking

   Bring 2.5 cups of water to a rolling boil in the saucepan.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Soak millet in boiling water

   Pour the boiling water over the measured millet, stir once, cover tightly, and let sit for exactly 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

4. Drain the bitter water

   Using the fine mesh sieve, carefully pour off the cloudy water, discarding it completely.

   Time: PT1M

5. Add fresh cooking liquid

   Return the drained millet to the saucepan, add 1.5 cups of fresh water (or a mix of water and milk), and sprinkle in the salt.

   Time: PT1M

6. Simmer the porridge

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the millet is tender and the porridge is thick and creamy, about 20 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 90°C

7. Finish with butter or oil

   Stir in 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter (or a drizzle of olive oil) until fully melted and incorporated.

   Time: PT1M

8. Serve

   Transfer the hot porridge to bowls and enjoy immediately. Optional toppings: fresh berries, honey, or nuts.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

40 g

Fat

2 g

Fiber

2 g