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Chocolate Hazelnut Guriev Porridge Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)

Special equipment needed:
- Medium-sized saucepan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowls

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine rolled oats, water, milk, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.

2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are cooked and the mixture has thickened.

4. Stir in the Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread until it has melted and is well combined.

5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped hazelnuts.

6. Taste the porridge and add honey if desired.

7. Divide the porridge into serving bowls and serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 2 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 22g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rolled oats can be substituted with steel-cut oats or quick oats.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.
- Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread can be substituted with any chocolate spread or cocoa powder mixed with honey.
- Hazelnuts can be substituted with any other nuts like almonds or walnuts.

Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries as a topping.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt on top.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds for extra fiber.

Tips and tricks:
- Stir the porridge occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to make cleaning easier.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less honey.

Storage instructions:
Leftover porridge can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the porridge in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen it up.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the porridge in a bowl with a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts and a drizzle of chocolate sauce on top.

Garnishes:
Chopped hazelnuts, sliced bananas, strawberries, whipped cream, Greek yogurt, chocolate sauce.

Pairings:
Coffee, hot chocolate, tea.

Suggested side dishes:
Toast, croissants, muffins.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the porridge is too thick, add more milk or water to loosen it up.
- If the porridge is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes until it thickens.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the oats thoroughly to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.

Food history:
Guriev Porridge is a traditional Russian porridge made with buckwheat groats, milk, and butter. This recipe is a modern twist on the classic dish with the addition of chocolate and hazelnuts.

Flavor profiles:
Creamy, chocolatey, nutty, sweet.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the porridge for breakfast or as a dessert.

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Region: Russian

Taste: Rich, Nutty, Sweet, Chocolatey