Rice porridge with pumpkin and cinnamon

4 servings

50 minutes

Rice porridge with pumpkin and cinnamon is a cozy and soulful dish of Russian cuisine that warms even the coldest evenings. Its roots trace back to traditional Russian breakfasts when healthiness and richness were key qualities of food. The tender pumpkin adds sweetness and softness to the porridge, while cinnamon reveals spicy, warm notes. Combined with honey, this dish turns into a true delicacy suitable for both breakfast and a cozy family dinner. The uniqueness of this porridge lies in its balanced flavor – sweet-spicy with a light creamy milkiness. It is well-suited for both children and adults, providing a nutritious and hearty meal. This is not just food but a piece of home comfort and warmth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 233
• Proteins: 7.2g
• Fats: 7.5g
• Carbohydrates: 34.2g

Ingredients

• Pumpkin: 250 g
• Round rice: 100 g
• Milk: 4 glass
• Honey: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Cinnamon: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Heat the milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 4 glasss

2. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 250 g

3. Put pumpkin in milk, add sugar and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 250 g
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Boil the rice until half-cooked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Round rice: 100 g

5. Add rice to the pumpkin.

   Required ingredients:

   • Round rice: 100 g

6. Cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, adding water if necessary.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 4 glasss
   • Honey:  to taste

7. Steam for 20-25 minutes or bake in the oven.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cinnamon:  to taste