½ Cup Chopped Nuts - can use Walnuts, Pecans, or Chestnuts
Preparation:
Lightly grease the crock-pot and set to 'high' - Allow to heat for 20 minutes
While crock-pot is heating, place a small/medium pot over medium-high heat - Add milk, salt, and cornmeal - Bring to a boil (stirring regularly) - Once boil is achieved, allow milk/cornmeal to boil (stirring constantly) for 5 minutes
Reduce to a simmer and allow to simmer (covered) for an additional 10 minutes (stirring regularly
Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl and gradually whisk in the hot milk/cornmeal mixture - Whisk until smooth
Fold in raisins and optional chopped nuts
Transfer mixture to crock-pot and allow to cook for 3-4 hours on high OR 6-8 hours on low until 'set' (think pumpkin pie)
Serve warm topped with whipped cream or 'a la mode' with some vanilla or pecan ice cream