Millet with Berries in Season :: Healthy Lifestyles and Natural Weight Loss Information

Millet with Berries in Season

1 cup (250 ml) millet, rinsed in hot water
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) water
1/4 tsp (1 ml) sea salt
1 Tbsp (15 ml) almond butter
1 Tbsp (15 ml) honey
1 cup (250 ml) berries in season
1 cup (250 ml) cream, milk or soy milk

In a medium size pot, combine rinsed millet, water and salt. Bring to a rapid boil and let simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes at reduced heat. Millet should be tender but not overcooked. After ten minutes check millet and add more water if necessary. Mix your choice of milk with almond butter and honey, and pour into a pitcher. Spoon millet into four cereal bowls. Pour milk mixture over millet and top with berries in season. Serves four.

Source: alive #250, August 2003

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