Multi-Grain Maple Mush
Yield: 4-6 servings

Mush for Papa Bear, Mama Bear and Baby Bear. This hearty, stick-to-your-ribs porridge offers proetein, complex carbohydrate and good fats for sustained energy through the morning. Coconut milk and maple syrup add just the right sweetness.

6 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups mixed grains (steel cut oats, quinoa, millet, buckwheat, polenta...)
1 can coconut milk, or 1 1/2 cups nut milk or whole milk
3-6 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, or to taste

Optional Additions:
Ghee or butter
Dried fruit
Chopped nuts
Flaxseeds
Orange zest

STOVE-TOP METHOD:

Bring the water and salt and to a boil in a large pot.

Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the grains, cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently so that the porridge doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. Add water if it gets too thick or sticky.

Stir in the coconut milk, maple syrup and spices. Cook another 5 minutes, until the grains are cooked through.

Stir in any desired optional additions. Serve warm.

CROCKPOT METHOD:

Place all the ingredients (except optional additions) in a crockpot before going to bed. Turn the pot to the low setting and cook all night (or 8 hours).

In the morning, stir in any desired optional addtions. Add water if it's too thick or sticky. Serve warm.

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