Multigrain Hot Cereal

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Portions:
2

Serving Size:
3/4 cup

Diet Types:

Boil water in a 1-1/2 quart covered pot.
Add grits; stir briefly.
Add bulgur, buckwheat, and oats; stir briefly.
Reduce heat to a vigorous simmer; liberally spray nonstick cooking spray on simmering surface.
Cover pot; simmer for 25 minutes.
Remove pot from burner; stir in couscous.
Let pot stand covered for 8 minutes, then serve.

If desired, drizzle with honey or your favorite sweetener. Add unsalted margarine or butter, blueberries or dried cranberries before serving.
Makes a thick cereal. Thin by adding water or milk substitute in 1/2 ounce increments.
Refrigerate extra serving and reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds for a quick breakfast.
You can buy smaller amounts of grains if you shop at a market that offers grains in bulk containers. Find a variety of grain products at supermarkets, natural food stores and on the internet.

Submitted by: Recipe created by DaVita patient Ted and submitted by DaVita renal dietitian Lynn from Maryland.