Like Country Choice Multi Grain Hot Cereal

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A copycat version of country choice brand organic multi grain hot cereal. Nutritious, filling, stick-to-the-ribs good. Luckily, all the ingredients listed i can easily find in the bulk bins at any of the natural food stores in town. If desired, a little bit of salt can be added to the water prior to boiling. Please note that the ingredients list barley as an ingredient. It should read 'barley flakes'.

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Steps

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Combine the ingredients in a large bowl.

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Transfer to an airtight container.

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To prepare : in a saucepan bring 1 3 / 4 cups water to a boil.

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Stir in 1 cup of the multi grain cereal mix , using a fork.

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Simmer on low-medium heat for 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Remove from heat , cover and let sit for 5 minutes.

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By this time , most of the liquid should have evaporated.

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Serve hot.

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Alternate cooking instructions: for a creamier cereal , combine the water , salt and multi grain cereal in the sauce pan.

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Bring to a boil and cook as directed above.

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For 1 serving use 1 cup water , , and 1 / 2 cup multi grain cereal.

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For 6 servings: 5 cups water , , 3 cups multi grain cereal.

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Serve with your favorite hot cereal toppings: milk , brown sugar , plain yogurt , dried or fresh fruit , nuts / seeds , etc.

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Ingredients

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rye flakes, barley, wheat flakes, rolled oats