Cinnamon Apple & Pear Amaranth Porridge

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Cinnamon Apple & Pear Amaranth Porridge A hearty, nutrient-dense fall porridge — a healthier take on grits using amaranth, sweet stewed apples, pears, and cinnamon. Remember to soak your amaranth overnight if possible. INGREDIENTS • 0.3 cups amaranth (soaked overnight if possible) • 0.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice) • 1 cups filtered water (add more as needed for desired thickness) • 0.3 cups Fuji apple, diced • 0.3 cups pear, diced • 0.3 cups pecans or other tree nut (no peanuts) • 1 tablespoons ground cinnamon • 1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg STEPS 1. Cook the amaranth: Bring 1 cups filtered water (add more as needed for desired thickness) to a boil. Add 0.3 cups amaranth (soaked overnight if possible) and return to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until the amaranth comes together and resembles porridge. Add additional water as needed — amaranth will continue to absorb liquid as it cooks. 2. Stew the fruit and nuts: In a separate saucepan, combine 0.3 cups Fuji apple, diced, 0.3 cups pear, diced, and 0.3 cups pecans or other tree nut (no peanuts) with 1 tablespoons ground cinnamon and 1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg. Cook over medium-low heat until softened, about 10–15 minutes. 3. Combine and serve: Stir the cooked amaranth vigorously with a splash of 0.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice) for creaminess. Fold in the stewed apples, pears, and pecans. Serve warm with any optional toppings you like. NOTES **Optional toppings:** almond butter, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, raw diced apple, shredded coconut. **Nutrition per serving:** 280 cal | Fat 5g | Carbs 53g (net 43g) | Sugar 12g | Fiber 10g | Protein 8g Recipe credit: McKel Hill, MS, RD, LDN — [Nutrition Stripped](http://nutritionstripped.com/cinnamon-apple-pear-amaranth-porridge/)

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