Finnish Semolina Porridge and Blueberry Soup (Mannapuuro ja Mustikkakeitto) recipe

Directions

Blueberry Soup

1. Bring the water to boil in a pan/kettle.

2. Add sugar and blueberries and stir until the sugar dissolves.

3. Let boil for 10 minutes.

4. Crush the blueberries with the help of a strainer to another dish.

5. Store the blueberry extras (skins, seeds etc) to the fridge and enjoy later with yogurt or porridge.

6. Pour the blueberry liquid back to the pan.

7. Mix cold water and cornstarch and add it to the pan, stirring.

8. Stir and let boil for 2-3 minutes.

9. Let the soup cool down, and add sugar on top before putting it to the fridge (to prevent a skin)

Semolina Porridge

1. Bring the milk to boil (use a teflon pan to avoid burns)

2. Add semolina, whisking

3. Bring to boil and let it simmer for 10 min, stirring occasionally.

4. Add salt, stir and taste.

5. Enjoy warm or lukewarm, or cold from the fridge, with cold blueberry soup.