It might be politically incorrect, but the youve got to do, what you need to do! However, since I eat breakfast at work after I work out, and I only have a microwave, instant is what I must eatwell diguised with smart balance margerine and splenda, cooked in non-fat milk instead of water. So there ya go. He didnt really care for it, but WOW I really loved it :). I have hit on my local grocery stores to order it, but they can only buy what they are told to buy from headquarters. Ive tried the instant a couple of times and do not like the taste at all. Mick Liebfried, who worked at the Minneapolis Cream of Wheat factory for over three decades, tells Minnesota Public Radio that he has amassed "what I think is probably one of the best private Cream of Wheat collections in the entire world." Drizzle it. It was warm, it was easy to eat and you got to watch your mother make it. This is how we *should* respond to one another. (Cordrew might try dumping the cereal in all at once, or at least somewhat quickly, and not stirring the boiling mixture right away to get their desired lumpy version of C.o.W.). You would think that after a century and a half they might take Uncle Tom (actually Rastus) off of the box! As for the other varieties. Its the best soothing food when you have an upset stomach. Its pretty snowy where I am right now (Alberta), and I am really craving some CoW, but I dont have any :( Guess Ill have to make do with the cabbage rolls I have cooking in the toaster oven! I found the ingredients listed for some versions (WHEAT FARINA, PARTIALLY DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE. Yum! Vintage advertising trumps much of what is created todayjust look at a Saturday Evening Post from 1910-30 and youll see what I mean. not any worse than dry cereal, and its pretty healthy. Cream of Wheat Cream of Wheat Hot Cereal 2-1/2 minute. [Lets face it, Im still young at 14 XD]I dont know what she added or how she made it, I never really paid attention. !the stuff dries like cement. I used to love Cream of Wheat, but now Im an even bigger fan of the 9+ grain hot cereals that just make my colon jump for joy. When he got home, he told me, You almost got Cream of Rice instead because it was hard to find the Cream of Wheat. So, Roland, I know that Cream of Rice is available at the Wegmans grocery store in Nazareth, PA. Keep on Cream of Wheating everyone! Im glad I tried it though. Anyone have more info about the 10 minute version and if still being sold in the U.S. at a national retail chain? Cream of Wheat is healthy and mild, but there are some for whom it's not a great choice those who avoid gluten. I can convert. But I also usually double the ratio of CoW-to-milk that the package suggests, which also makes it thicker, which I prefer. :), Classic post. Ill save it for special occasions but stick to the less expensive variety in the future. And Im afraid of products that say instant because what ingredients are they putting in or leaving out? Snice to see others fondly remembering their favourite cereals past and present! But I still prefer the fast cooking/extra ingredient boxes. I used the long cook stuff as a weight loss tool because it sticks like glue to your gut and keeps you from getting hungry He cant stomach that gooey stuff. Its all the added flavors with artificial colors and flavors that start giving you scary stuff that sound like some explosive. I lovvvvvvvvvvve COW ..its wicked yummy and holds the heat ( must have very hot food ) and the consistency is perfect little balls of yum. go vols, Hello again: I would like to add something. Who makes this with water? Breakfast represents an awful challenge to me, but this morning, I developed an easy compromise, healthy and tasty too. Who knew. Full of protein and fiber. I LUV IT..I LIKE MINE CREAMY, ALMOST NO MILK ON ITluved it as a kid..at 50, i became anemic and was on prescription iron/folate/b12, and then I remembered the iron in COW, so I have a bowl of the instant (at work) every morning, and my battle with low iron is so much easier now!!! I did not even know there was a 10 minute version until the rabbit whole led me to Wikipedia, and now I want to try it. Anyone have opinions on it? I had no idea so many grains existed. There are very strict (European) regulations about the labeling of products. Diet Coke with Lime Mmm, mmm, COW is something special. They are both good, best when cooked on the stove. I was looking for the differences between instant and regular. I think you guys might be right. Please refer to the product label for the most accurate information. Apparently the 10 min version may be difficult to find in my area. Instant just means its instantly measured out for you. http://www.calorieking.com/foods/food/carbs-calories-in-breakfast-cereals-cooked-cream-of-wheat-regular-cooked_Y2lkPTM1NTQyJmJpZD0xJmZpZD02ODIyMCZwYXI9.html, instant: Unfortunately, it's less of a nutritional powerhouse than Cream of Wheat: while it's rich in iron, it's devoid of the calcium that makes Cream of Wheat such a healthful option. I do cook it in water, as its what I grew up with. My teenage kid loves it too!! In order to make it more instant, they remove some of the roughage (dietary fiber) which takes more time to get soft in hot water. Ive been loving my 2.5-min variety for a long time, I too sometimes have it as my dinner. It is suggested to anyone having dietary or health problems and must watch their daily sodium content to use Cream of Wheat in the yellow box. Europeans, Middle Eastern countries, as well as India, just to mention a few, use Farina/Semolina for a variety of desserts and in cakes. Pizza-minute: excellent taste without much hassle Ingredients For the test: . Hope its faster than the midwest grocers. Cream of Wheat was once available in just one flavor: plain. I added some honey and blueberries. It has papain: a digestive enzyme that accelerates cooking and has the side benefit of helping digestion. Having grown up in New England, breakfast was a morning MUST. Well the thing is that I eat cream of wheat every night because i have a slow metabolic rate and i have noticed with time that CREAM of WHEAT is one of the best starchy carbohydrates of all starchy-carbohydrates that wont get accumulated in the body as fat and water. Here we have only one version which contains wait for it only one ingredient: cream of wheat. Im eating the creepy Farina brand, but after reading all these messages Im on a mission to purchase the 10-minute brand! Cook 1-2 more minutes or until thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. Are there any Cream of Wheat aficionados in the audience? My mother complained about how long the 10 minute, and then the 2.5, version would take to cook. Googled to find out how to microwave CoW, and have spent eons here reading 3 years worth of posts. Cream of Wheat: 1 serving = 3 tbsp. Reduce heat to Low; simmer, uncovered, 2-1/2 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Diet Vanilla Coke The longer it takes to cook means there is more fiber in it, which is typically desireable to control bood-sugar levels, unless you are seeking a quick burst of energy, say for a heavy squat workout. I mixed together: Oat bran hot cereal, Mike I threw my box away and forgot the cooking directions. 11 years of comments for CoW love! They say fish increases brain power, but COW sounds mo bettah! Added a wee bit of butter, then after it melted, a tiny bit milk then, a small amount of cinnamon and sugar and a dash of pancake syrup. (2) Not available online. (If anyone finds the 10-minute variety in Seattle, Washington let me know!). Until this blog, I wasnt even aware that there was a 10-min version of CoW, now Id like to try it. Diet Coke with Splenda. Coke with Lime Hello folks: yeah but i found that cream of wheat carbohydrates are one of the less fattening ones, as opposed and compared with: oatmeal, rice, white breads, cookies, white potatoes, and most of the other starchy carbohydrates :-). The Instant seems to be better believe it or not.. I love Cream of Wheat!! I probed several Safeways, two Giant Foodstore But COW sure hits the spot some days. I find it helps me a lot for this as it keeps me from over-eating and eating the wrong kinds of foods too and I really enjoy it! trying when the baby boomers are looking for foods that are whole- Sugar - 80 g Smetana - 400 g Vanilla pudding (powder) - 40 g vanilla sugar - 20 g The egg is 3. Here is a link: http://media.wiley.com/product_data/excerpt/69/04712685/0471268569.pdf (Or if using milk, bring to just a boil.) (5184) $9.00.. Any help?? That spice is awesome on CoW. Recipes for Cream of Wheat Dumplings, Orange Tea Muffins, Apple Pudding, Fried Cream of Wheat, more. Mix 3 Tbsp cream of wheat, 3/4 cup water or milk and a dash of salt in 1-quart microwaveable bowl or measuring cup.2. I also love the bathrobe idea ;-). The other poster was right; Cordrew might try dumping the cereal in all at once, or at least somewhat quickly, and not stirring the boiling mixture right away to get their desired lumpy version of C.o.W. Thats exactly how I make it. Be sure you eat lots of veggies, some fruit, the complex carbs (whole wheat bread, oatmeal, brown rice, etc) and some protein. go put your shoes on while you let it sit. I have trouble finding the long cook CoW. I feel happy now. I finally broke down and bought 3 boxes of the 10 minute variety. I know they dont have stores in NJ, but try them online. It tasted off. Plus I add wheat bran and oat bran for more fiber and nutrition. I am glad to know there are others out there with the same passion for CoW. Reminds me of Seinfeld type comedy. its the perfect foodOf course if i didnt have to watch what i ate I would say the same thing about a donut. I tried the instant version when I became an adult and was buying my own groceries. Others opt to make their lives even easier with a more hands-off cooking method, relying either on the microwave or the slow cooker. I learned Im the only person in my family who eats it, and I havent lived at home for 10 years. Cream of Wheat has more Iron than Oatmeal and therefore is better for women as we loose our Iron monthly. Just curious why all the sudden activity to this blog post? I think they have some COW stashed from the 60s when there was an atomic bomb scare (anyone else remember when we were told to get under our desks to save us!) Ive experimented with adding peach preserves, diced bell peppers (orange, red, yellow, and green), butter and spices to give it more of a dinner time flavor. i cant believe you guys have been talking about Cream of Wheat for four years now. Why are the enzymes so bad? The Swedes call cream of wheat Manna Gryn and its much cheaper than the American imports to the UK. while you are all talking about cream ofs, there is no talk of grits. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. I love Cream of Wheat and try to eat it every other day at least to help my low iron. My body can't tolerate classic Cream of Wheat. Maybe I can make my own version of the maple brown sugar version that will satisfy my desire. I live in Peru where there is almost no instant anything and I love Cream of Wheat. All the others do not have the same taste or texture. I am prepared for the worst. What ticks me off is my favorite is Maple Cream of Wheat and I can only find it in my area if I buy one of the combo packs. For creamier cereal, use milk. The two are interchangeable. 74%. Rastus' appearance may have been based on a real person who Mid Michigan Genealogical Society researcher Jesse Lasorda identifies as Chicago Chef Frank White, a native of Barbados who emigrated to the U.S. in 1875 and became a citizen 15 years later (via Ferris State University). C2 You all have had me in absolute tears. i do think the soda industry is a little ridiculous with 20 different kinds of flavors, considering its suppose to be sooo bad for us! 14g. Cream of wheat good. and a Coke/diet coke with Vanilla as well. The 1 minute and instant do not have the full body texture and flavor of the longer versions. We used to eat it with syrup on it and it tasted something like the maple stuff out of the box. Thanks for the laugh. Heck if you enjoy Steven Segal movies, go for it. It does a body good. My wife gets one varietyburnt! http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/breakfast-cereals/1638/2. Gonna make a bowl now! Is Farina and cream of wheat the same thing? Well worth it though :). It was the CW that looked like grits? To each his own, and enjoy! All rights reserved. And the crazy thing is Im really happy about it. For those of us who have chronic anemia, CREAM OF WHEAT is the easiest way to get our iron up. Another option for longer-cooking cream of wheat is creamy wheat, as sold by Bobs Red Mill. have a swell spring, i think my little pillls must be working!!! I decided to look for some nutritional information beyond the box and I found this site. I have to buy a mult-flavored pack that offers only two packs of the flavor I like. Yummy yummy! As Bill Cosby says, be careful of the lumps. Yes, theres a great difference in taste, with the original being the best. I always thought the 10 minutes sign on the box was how long it took to get through your body. The super markets in my area do not stock all varieties of the wholesome hot cereal, perhaps to keep confussion to a minimum since Cream of Wheat is one of the items listed on the vouchers. The traditional cook-on-stove product is prepared by boiling water or milk and slowly pouring in the ground wheat while stirring. Im glad that my local stores only offer 3 or 4. Eating is kinda crucial. Stir with wire whisk. Ugh, now Im hungry for some Cream of Wheat. The whole to live thing, I am allergic to wheat and dairy. Water of Milk: 1 serving = 1 cup. Never in food stores. Somebody mentioned grits being the same or similar as C/W because they look similar, but they are not the same, and taste nothing alike. A tradition since 1893. Shelf space. Does this remind anyone of Brian Reagans take on the microwave instructions for Pop Tarts? C/W should be eaten sweet, grits should NOT be eaten sweet. I went for the 2.5 version but, after reading this post I think Im gonna have to compare with the 10 min. Having just found this discussion, after great sadness at not finding 10-minute cream of wheat at my grocery store, I must ad my vote to the 10-minute side of this discussion. I have made muffins with COW and they turned out pretty good. Im not so sure about the rest of the types but the 2-1/2 minute has 100mg of sodium per serving, vs. Yum. Just cant think of any more at this time. I doubt that there are so many versions of cream of wheat with different cooking times in order to take up more shelf space. I guess they are trying to provide more of a variety. Speaking of varieties there are even more! the price is 5.67 a box plus shipping .. which is high! Unfortunately, its only available in Germany & the Atlanta Coca-Cola Museum. It didnt seem to take long at all. Despite its plain-Jane appearance and time-tested crowd-pleasing flavor, Cream of Wheat has a rather colorful history. I see it advertised for sale on various websites but maybe it is old and discontinued, or maybe it is still being produced and sold for other countries and making its way back to the U.S. by way of 3rd party sellers. Ive always been perplexed by that as well. My fiance was determined to find some for me for my birthday. How fortunate that you all can find so much variety! Ive recently become addicted to Cream of Wheat. basil spice That is one I never heard of. Put cold oil, sugar, flour and baking powder in the food processor bowl. Ive even been known to put a spoonful of cereal on the toast and eat it that way (quite regularly, in fact.) i like my COW with maple syrup, raisins, and milk!! Is it because we live so far north? Food Dive notes that of all of these companies, Cream of Wheat had perhaps the easiest rebrand, given that the product was not named after Rastus, unlike Aunt Jemima's products, Uncle Ben's Rice, or Eskimo Pies. Return to a boil. Lacak makro, kalori, dan lainnya dengan MyFitnessPal. Found in natural food stores and some supermarkets. 2-minute: Disodium phosphate added. Top w/maple syrup. Right now Im using the 2 1/2 minute because its whats available. Cream of Wheat Original Enriched Farina is made with ground wheat, has a smooth texture, and is an excellent source of iron and calcium. By removing that roughage, they significantly decrease the dietary goodness of the food. Cream of Wheat is one of my go to hot breskfasts. In the United States market, there are three unflavored mixes available (10-minute, 2 1/2-minute and 1-minute). All I can remember is putting the prepared COW in a small greased loaf pan & chilling overnight, then slicing it up & frying it in a little butter. 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