How to Make Puerto Rican Farina — Mari’s Cooking

farina

🥗Healthier: oatmeal

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Oatmeal provides more fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water is a cost-effective base.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds flavor with less processed sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Place pot over medium-high heat.

Add 1 cup and 1/3 of a cup of 1% milk to the pot.

Add 3 tablespoons of farina to the milk.

Add 2 tablespoons of unpacked brown sugar.

Add a pinch of cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon of salt.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Whisk everything together and continue whisking on and off for about 10 minutes until creamy.

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