OMA'S CREAM OF WHEAT PUDDING (GERMAN GRIESBREI)

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An old family favorite comfort food that's delicious served warm at breakfast, or chilled as a special snack. Delicious! For kids of all ages. ;-) Recipe is just as my mother and German Oma made. Enjoy! Serving Suggestion: Top with butter while warm. Enjoy pudding warm or chilled, sweetened to your taste and with fruit toppings of your choice. Some of our favorite toppings are: cinnamon-sugar, vanilla-sugar, honey, applesauce, fruit cocktail, canned peaches, pears, apricots, or fresh berries.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups milk
1 pinch salt (optional)
1/3 cup cream of wheat (measured dry)
2 eggs
1/2 lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons butter
cinnamon sugar
honey
vanilla sugar
applesauce
fruit cocktail
pears or apricot
fresh berries

Steps:

  • Using a heavy saucepan so as not to scorch the milk, bring the milk & salt just to a boil.
  • Gradually stir in the cream of wheat, whisking (Mom used a wooden spoon) until well blended.
  • Return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered, 2 1/2 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs well with a fork in a glass measuring cup.
  • Add about one tablespoon of thickened hot porridge to the beaten eggs and stir well to combine. Add one more tablespoon of the hot porridge to the egg mixture; stir well.
  • Gradually add the egg mixture into the pot of hot porridge, stirring well to combine.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
  • Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Top with butter while warm. Enjoy pudding warm or chilled, sweetened to your taste and with fruit toppings of your choice.

Kholil Ma
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Boom Sowrd GAming
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I'm always looking for new ways to make cream of wheat. This recipe is a great option.


Galaletsang Gakgamatso
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This pudding is the perfect way to use up leftover cream of wheat.


Ansleigh Nelson
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Raphael Fernandez
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This pudding is so versatile. You can serve it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also great for a snack or dessert.


Michael Sugden
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I made this pudding with almond milk instead of regular milk and it turned out great! It's a great option for those who are lactose intolerant.


Master Gamer
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I love the addition of the vanilla extract and cinnamon. It really gives the pudding a nice flavor.


Anamul haqe
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this pudding without any problems.


GILEK EVENTS
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I made this pudding for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even the kids.


Amos Malasha
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This pudding is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and just sweet enough. I love serving it with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.


Atiiqsb Atiqsb
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I've never had cream of wheat pudding before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's creamy, flavorful, and not too sweet. I'll definitely be making this again.


Winifred Onyinyechi
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This recipe brought back so many childhood memories! My Oma used to make this for me all the time. It's so simple, yet so delicious and comforting.