Mush

Warm, comforting, and endlessly versatile, this classic Mush recipe is a hearty blend of cornmeal, water, milk, and butter, made to perfection on the stovetop. Ready in just 25 minutes, this budget-friendly dish transforms simple pantry staples into a creamy, customizable base for your favorite flavors. Whether you dress it up with savory toppings like shredded cheese or sautéed vegetables, or drizzle it with maple syrup for a touch of sweetness, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. With minimal prep time and endless topping possibilities, this traditional comfort food is sure to become a family favorite. Try it today and experience the nostalgic, cozy flavors of homemade Mush!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 cup Cornmeal
3 cups Water
1 cup Milk
0.5 teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Butter
0 Optional Toppings (e.g., shredded cheese, maple syrup, or sautéed vegetables)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the salt to the boiling water.

Step 2

While stirring continuously to avoid lumps, gradually add the cornmeal to the boiling water. A whisk works best for this.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the mixture thickens. This should take about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the milk and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the mush reaches your desired consistency.

Step 5

Once the mush is cooked through, remove it from heat and stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 6

Serve hot with your choice of toppings, such as shredded cheese, maple syrup for sweetness, or sautéed vegetables for a savory twist.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1184.9

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 112.8mg	0%
Sodium 1637.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 29.6g	0%

Vitamin D 117.8IU	0%
Calcium 558.1mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 691.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 56.7%