In El Salvador, Atol is made with fresh corn kernels, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. My version is simplified for the home cook – but if you have the time, and if it is in season, cut the corn straight off the cob. Do it while listening to Salvadoran music, just because.
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 3 people | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 15-20 minutes |
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In El Salvador, Atol is made with fresh corn kernels, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. My version is simplified for the home cook – but if you have the time, and if it is in season, cut the corn straight off the cob. Do it while listening to Salvadoran music, just because.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb corn (frozen), thawed
- 2 cups milk , plus extra as needed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4-1/2 cup sugar
- ground cinnamon , for garnish
Servings: people
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Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a pot (the sugar to taste). Simmer 15-20 minutes. Blend with immersion blender or traditional blender (cool slightly, in this case)
- Strain. Serve hot with a dusting of ground cinnamon.