Hot-Cocoa Amaranth

By miss5elements

The tiny tan seeds can work wonders for your heart: research shows that amaranth is an especially rich source of plant sterols, compounds that can help lower "bad" LDL cholesterol levels by blocking cholesterol absorption in the intestines. The seeds are a great choice for vegetarians who have a hard time meeting their daily allowance of iron; one cup provides more of the mineral than an eight-ounce sirloin steak.
Despite its name, this breakfast from Jennifer Iserloh is a cereal, not a drink.

Ingredients

• 1.5 c amaranth
• 2.5 c water
• 1 c skim or soy milk
• 3 T brown sugar
• 1 T unsweetened cocoa
• 1/4 t cinnamon
• 1/4 t salt
• 2 T shredded sweetened coconut

Details

Adapted from instyle.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a med saucepan, bring to a boil the amaranth, water, milk, brown sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, & salt.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover & simmer, stirring frequently, until the liquid is absorbed, about 30 min.
3. Top each bowl w/ the coconut.