Crowdie-Mowdie — a Steamed Pudding (Scotland)

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 3

Steamed pudding made with oatmeal and milk -- a hearty Scottish dish.

Crowdie-Mowdie — a Steamed Pudding (Scotland)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

190 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups oatmeal
	1 teaspoon salt
	3 cups milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

Crowdie-Mowdie is a traditional Scottish dish that is essentially a steamed pudding made with oatmeal and milk. It is simple to make with only three ingredients, yet is filling and satisfying to eat, making it popular among families in Scotland for generations. While it's not the prettiest dish to look at, it's definitely one that will warm you up on a cold day and leave you feeling content.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix together the oatmeal and salt.
2.	Slowly stir in the milk, making sure the mixture is well-combined.
3.	Pour the mixture into a greased pudding basin.
4.	Cover the basin tightly with greased paper and secure with kitchen twine.
5.	Place the basin in a pot with boiling water filled halfway.
6.	Steam the pudding for 2-3 hours on medium heat, making sure the pot doesn't run out of water.
7.	Once done, carefully take out the basin and let it cool for a bit before turning out the pudding onto a serving plate.
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PROS

Quick and easy to prepare, uses simple and affordable ingredients, filling and comforting.

CONS

Steaming takes a while, may not appeal to those who don’t enjoy porridge-like foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oatmeal is high in fiber and protein, and may help lower cholesterol levels and improve heart health. Milk provides calcium and vitamin D for strong bones. However, this dish may also be high in calories and fat depending on the serving size and additional toppings.