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Frumenty

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Frumenty is a medieval European wheat porridge made from hulled wheat simmered in broth or milk, widely eaten across Britain and France from at least the 14th century as both a staple and festive dish.

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What is frumenty made from?

Frumenty is a thick porridge made from hulled or cracked wheat cooked in water, milk, or broth. More elaborate medieval versions could include egg yolks, almond milk, sugar, currants, spices, or saffron. [Medieval food glossary](https://modernmedievalcuisine.com/2022/07/26/medieval-culinary-glossary-frumenty/)

Was medieval frumenty sweet or savory?

It could be either, depending on the setting and ingredients. A savory version used broth and accompanied meat, while a richer household version could use milk, sugar, eggs, and saffron. [Frumenty overview](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frumenty)

Was frumenty served with meat?

Yes, medieval diners commonly served frumenty with venison, and recipes also mention serving it with porpoise during Lent. The late-fourteenth-century cookbook Fourme of Cury includes a frumenty recipe using broth, milk, egg yolks, and saffron. [Medieval food glossary](https://modernmedievalcuisine.com/2022/07/26/medieval-culinary-glossary-frumenty/)

How does frumenty differ from modern oat porridge?

Frumenty is based on wheat berries or cracked wheat rather than oats, so it has a chewier grain texture. Its historical versions could be savory and broth-based, not only sweet breakfast porridge. [Frumenty overview](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frumenty)

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