Delicious White Atole Recipe: A Mexican Comfort Drink
ATOLE BLANCO (White atole)
Atoles are hot drinks that are usually thickened with fresh masa harina or corn starch. This drink is a portion of the daily diet for many people living in rural areas of Mexico, where it is consumed for breakfast or dinner. Since pre-Hispanic times, the atole has often been considered more of a meal than a drink. To this day, some farm workers will only drink an atole for breakfast before going out to work in the field. This thick and hearty drink is sure to make you feel better, especially during the winter months.
PREP TIME: 5 minutes Yield: 1 quart Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 Cups water (divided)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons corn starch
Directions:
- Mix together the 1 1/2 cups water and sugar in a large saucepan. Turn the heat to medium-high
- In a small container (such as an old jelly jar) with a good lid, put in 1/2 cup of water and the cornstarch. Shack the jar until the cornstarch is completely mixed in.
- Once the water comes to a boil, slowly whisk in the cornstarch and the milk.
- Bring to a boil once again, then reduce the heat to medium-low and keep simmering until the atole has thickened, 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
- Once the atole starts to cool, it will thicken even more.
- Serve in mugs. Be careful before drinking, as its thick consistency keeps the drink very hot.
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