This recipe is a hit with my family, so I have to triple it. Everybody that tastes it wants the recipe, diabetic or not.

1	C	Skim milk
2		Pitted dates, chopped
1/8	tsp	Salt
2	tbsp	Uncooked farina
1/4	tsp	Vanilla extract
1	tsp	Margarine or butter
		Sugar substitute to equal 2 tbsp sugar
1/8	tsp	Cinnamon

1. Combine milk, dates, and salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Gradually stir in farina and vanilla. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened.
2. Remove from heat; add margarine and sugar substitute, stirring until margarine melts. Spoon mixture into a serving bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve hot.

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