Vegetable-Packed Indian "cornbread"

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   Combine the coconut milk and cream of rice cereal n a large bowl and mix gently.

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   Set aside for 2-4 hours.

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   I've left it overnight and things turned out fine.

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   Preheat the oven to 350*F.

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   Add the vegetables, chickpea flour, chiles, coriander, salt and sugar to the coconut/rice mixture.

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   Mix thoroughly.

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   Stir in the baking soda and blend well.

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   Distribute mixture into 12 greased muffin cups.

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   Bake uncovered for 1 hour until vegetables are tender and muffins are lightly browned.

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    Cover loosely with foil and bake about 15 minutes longer.

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    Cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes, then serve to surprised guests who will struggle to figure out what's in here.

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    :)

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    It's especially delicious served with tomato chutney.

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    The original recipe recommends serving with caramelized onion and garlic shreds, toasted cashews and fresh basil, which would also be delicious.

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    I'm sure you could bake this in a flat pan and it would come out great.

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