New Leaf: Creamy Millet Porridge with Persimmons and Toasted Almonds Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced almonds 3 tbsp sugar Pinch of salt Millet Porridge:
- ½ cup millet ¾ cup water ¾ cup milk Pinch salt Garnishes:
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 136g | |
| Calories 590 | |
| Calories from Fat 188 | 32% |
| Total Fat 22.41g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 2.09g | 8% |
| Trans Fat 0.01g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 454mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 80.82g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 43% |
| Sugars 1.43g | 1% |
| Protein 18.83g | 30% |
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