Avena Colombiana (Dairy-Free)

Instructions

1. 1In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 4 cups of water, 1 cup of rolled oats, 1 cinnamon stick, and 3 whole cloves. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
2. 2Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low. Let the mixture simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are very soft and the mixture has thickened to a porridge-like consistency. You will see the oats have absorbed most of the liquid.
3. 3Carefully remove and discard the 1 cinnamon stick and the 3 whole cloves from the pot. They have now infused their flavor into the oats.
4. 4Add the 2 cups of plant-based milk and the 3 tablespoons of panela to the pot. Stir continuously over low heat for about 3-5 minutes, or until the panela has completely dissolved into the mixture. The mixture will become creamier.
5. 5Stir in the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until it is fully incorporated.
6. 6Using an immersion blender directly in the pot, or by carefully transferring the mixture in batches to a regular blender (filling it no more than halfway and venting the lid), blend the avena until it is completely smooth and creamy. Be very cautious when blending hot liquids to avoid burns.
7. 7Pour the smooth avena into bowls. Serve the Avena Colombiana warm immediately.

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