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Creamy Norwegian Rice Porridge with Cranberries
Rich, creamy, and deeply comforting, this traditional Norwegian rice porridge is exactly what a chilly morning calls for. You'll slowly simmer medium-grain rice in milk until it turns incredibly thick and tender. A stir of honey, vanilla, and a pinch of salt balances the sweetness perfectly. Top it off with melting butter, a dusting of cinnamon, and tart dried cranberries for a breakfast that feels like a true holiday treat.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup of rice, medium-grain, white
- 1 & 1/2 cups of water, filtered
- 2 & 1/2 cups of milk, 1%
- 1 tbsp. of butter, unsalted
- 1 tbsp. of honey, pure
- 1 tbsp. of sugar, granulated
- 1 tsp. of salt, kosher
- 2 tsp. of vanilla extract, pure
Instructions
- 1Combine the filtered water and medium-grain white rice in a medium pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 10 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid.
- 2Pour in about one-third of the milk, stir well, and cover the pot. Let the mixture simmer until it thickens, then continue adding the remaining milk in small batches each time the porridge thickens.
- 3Repeat this process until you've used all two and a half cups of milk. The final porridge should be thick with completely tender rice grains. Stir frequently here to prevent the dairy from scorching on the bottom.
- 4Stir in the honey, butter, kosher salt, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until fully incorporated.
- 5Remove the pot from the heat and ladle the porridge into bowls. Top with a pat of butter, a dusting of cinnamon, and dried cranberries.
Notes
- Stirring: Keep a close eye on the pot once you add the milk. Dairy burns easily, so frequent stirring is essential.
- Make ahead: You can cook the porridge in advance and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of extra milk to loosen the texture.
- Toppings: While cranberries and cinnamon are classic, you can swap them for fresh berries, toasted almonds, or a drizzle of maple syrup.