Millet casserole with pumpkin

2 servings

60 minutes

Millet casserole with pumpkin is a cozy dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tender texture of the casserole with the light sweetness of pumpkin. Historically, millet was an important element of Russian gastronomy, and pumpkin, being accessible and nutritious, complemented its richness. Made from thick millet porridge with added cottage cheese, sour cream, and eggs, it becomes airy and fragrant. The casserole is perfect for breakfast or a sweet dinner, especially in cooler seasons. It can be served with jam, condensed milk, or sour cream to highlight the natural sweetness of pumpkin. This dish not only delights the taste but also brings a sense of home warmth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 490.9
• Proteins: 34.8g
• Fats: 20.6g
• Carbohydrates: 47.1g

Ingredients

• Pumpkin: 400 g
• Millet: 50 g
• Milk: 500 ml
• Cottage cheese: 200 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Sugar: to taste
• Sour cream: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Cook thick millet porridge with pumpkin

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 400 g
   • Millet: 50 g
   • Milk: 500 ml

2. Let it cool down a bit

3. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees

4. Add cottage cheese, sour cream, and an egg

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Sour cream: 1 tablespoon

5. Mix well

6. Place in the oven for 30 minutes

7. Serve with sour cream, condensed milk, jam, or your favorite topping

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sugar:  to taste