Millet porridge with pumpkin in milk

4 servings

30 minutes

Millet porridge with pumpkin in milk is a delicate and aromatic dish that warms the soul and provides comfort. The history of this porridge goes back centuries when simple and accessible ingredients formed the basis of peasant cuisine. Millet adds a light nutty note to the dish, while pumpkin contributes natural sweetness and silkiness. Slow baking in the oven transforms the porridge into a tender treat with a velvety texture. Butter added before serving gives the dish richness and depth of flavor. This porridge is perfect as a hearty breakfast or cozy dinner, especially in cold weather. Healthy, nutritious, and surprisingly simple, it remains a beloved recipe in family traditions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 950.5
• Proteins: 23.3g
• Fats: 32.2g
• Carbohydrates: 159.7g

Ingredients

• Millet: 300 g
• Pumpkin: 0.5 pc
• Milk: 800 ml
• Water: 100 ml
• Sugar: 200 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the pumpkin into small pieces, add water, and simmer until half-cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 0.5 piece
   • Water: 100 ml

2. Add hot milk, bring to a boil, transfer to pots, add rinsed millet and sugar, cover with lids. Simmer the porridge in the oven until ready.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 800 ml
   • Millet: 300 g
   • Sugar: 200 g

3. Before serving, pour melted butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g
   • Salt:  to taste