You know it's fall the minute the aroma of warm Avena travels through your home. Growing up "Avena caliente" as most Dominicans call it was a staple in our home. It was either a breakfast option with a toasted piece of bread or maybe just a late-night dinner option for those days in need of comfort.
Every household has its version of Avena caliente, Some leave their oats soaking in water overnight to reach a softer consistency others blend whole oats for a faster cooking process. No matter which way you decide to make it you will enjoy it. Here I have shared with you the way my mother did it for me and hope you can too enjoy it with your loved ones. Let's make Avena cliente.
Recipe/Receta
Avena Dominicana
2 1/2 tazas de leche
1 taza de agua
1/2 taza de avena
2 ramas de canela
3 dientes
1 cucharadita de vainilla
1 cucharada de azúcar
3 cáscaras de lima
Pizca de sal
Dominican Avena
2 1/2 cups of milk
1 cup water
1/2 cup oats
2 cinnamon sticks
3 cloves
1 tsp vanilla
1 tbsp sugar
3 lime peels
Pinch of salt
Directions:
To a blender add milk, water, oats, and salt blend for 2-3 minutes.
Add avena mixture to a pot and bring to a boil add cinnamon, lime peel and vanilla
Simmer for 3-4 minutes and lastly add the sugar. Enjoy.
Watch me make it: