Traditional Ukrainian Breakfast: Pumpkin Porridge and Syrniki (Cheese Pancakes).

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while adding a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique taste.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds richness while being dairy-free.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans provide similar crunch and flavor.

Peel and cut 1 pound of pumpkin into 3/4 inch chunks.

Add pumpkin chunks to a pot with sugar, salt, and enough water to cover.

Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add pre-rinsed short grain rice to the pot and simmer for another 10 minutes.

Add 1 cup of milk and 3 tablespoons of butter to the pot.

Stir in vanilla extract and continue cooking on low heat.

Use a potato masher to press the mixture until creamy.

Serve topped with pumpkin seeds, craisins, and a drizzle of honey.

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