A hug in a mug for postpartum parents
This recipe is one of my favourites. It is warm, nourishing, and tastes like a hug in a mug. It is made in the slow cooker to be as easy as possible for new parents. After having a baby new parents are looking for ways to nourish themselves and get as much sleep as possible. This lovely congee recipe helps with both.
Ingredients:
8 cups water
1 C basmati rice
1/2 C butter or olive oil
1 1/2 C raw brown sugar
2 tsp ginger powder
1 tsp cinnamon powder
1/2 tsp clove powder
3/4 tsp cardamom powder
1/4 tsp of ground black pepper
Instructions:
Rinse rice several times until the water runs clear. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, stir, and cook on low overnight for 8 hours. The consistency should be like pudding, serve hot with honey, milk, or other garnishes.
I like to serve it in a mug with a spoon so it is easier to eat while resting on the couch or in bed.
This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and suitable for most diets.