Cornmeal Porridge

This delightful and healthy porridge can be served as a breakfast, or a sweet anytime-snack.

3/4 cup Cornmeal, finely or coarsely ground

3 1/2 cups milk

1 bay leaf, dried

1 cinnamon stick

1/4 tsp nutmeg, grated

1/4 cup sugar

• In a deep pan heat milk, cornmeal, bay leaf, nutmeg, and cinnamon on medium setting. Allow to boil while constantly stirring.
  
  
• When the desired texture is developed, reduce heat to a low setting, and add the sugar. If necessary, add more sugar.



• Continue to simmer on low for 15 minutes.

*Do not eat bay leaf or cinnamon stick*

Serves 4-6

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Emancipation Day (Grenada)

Emancipation Day is the commemoration of the end of slavery in the British empire, which was brought about by the Slavery Abolition Act 1833. This was the act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, which abolished slavery in most of the British empire, including Grenada. Oddly enough, slavery wasn't officially abolished until August 1, 1834. Emancipation day is celebrated in Grenada, and several other countries sometime during the first week of August. In Grenada, the celebrators usually dress in traditional West African attire and special dances accompanied by drumming are performed.

The African influence on Grenadian cuisine is unmistakable. One of the most widely eaten snacks available is Fish Cake. It is sold just about everywhere - including neighborhood convenience stores.

© Kimberly Joseph