Cornmeal Cocoa Beverage (Nicaragua)

Description
Pinolillo (pee-noh-LEE-yoh) grain beverages such as this one are common throughout Central and South America and parts of Africa. Because it will be quite different to many people in the U.S., especially children, you might want to serve a small portion so that it is not wasted. One reason such drinks may be popular is that they provide extra nutrition in a diet that is not substantial. Remember when you drink this to regularly twirl your glass to keep the cornmeal suspended.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup white cornmeal or masa harina (cornmeal prepared with lime)
 * 2 tablespoons cocoa
 * 1 cup Sugar
 * ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
 * dash of ground cloves
 * 5 cups water

Directions

 * 1) Put all ingredients in a pitcher.
 * 2) Beat hard until the cornmeal and cocoa are well mixed. Chill. Stir well before serving.