Semolina and Carrot Casserole
Ingredients
Instruction
Prepare the carrots:
Peel the carrots and grate them finely.
Cook the semolina:
In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Gradually pour in the semolina, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 3–5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Mix the ingredients:
Add the grated carrots, egg, honey (or sugar), and butter to the semolina. Mix well until smooth.
Bake:
Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes at 180°C (356°F) until the top turns lightly golden.
Serve:
Serve the casserole warm with sour cream or berry sauce.
Note
For a richer aroma, add a pinch of vanilla sugar or cinnamon.
🥕 The Story of Carrot and Semolina Casserole
Carrot and semolina casserole is a dish where simplicity turns into true homemade comfort. Its story begins in the postwar years, when homemakers cooked with whatever they had on hand. Carrots were easy to find, semolina was filling, and a bit of milk and an egg created a soft, tender base. From these modest ingredients, a recipe was born—one that became a favorite for generations.
This dish was made in every home. Kindergartens, schools, hospitals — everywhere you could find this casserole, smelling of milk and sweet carrots. It was warm, delicate, and reminiscent of a ray of sunshine after rain. For children, it was a treat; for adults, a taste of care and memories of home and family mornings. Each bite brought back the carefree feeling of childhood and the cozy scent of a kitchen filled with baking aromas.
Today, the carrot and semolina casserole is returning to our tables once again. Young mothers make it for their little ones, often replacing sugar with a bit of honey. Some add raisins, others — a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla to make the flavor even warmer and more fragrant. But the essence remains unchanged — it’s a dish made with love, for those you want to comfort and wrap in warmth.
Carrots give it a gentle color and natural sweetness, semolina makes the texture light, and milk adds creaminess. Together, they create a perfect balance of taste and nourishment. This carrot-semolina casserole is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. It can be served with sour cream, berry sauce, or a spoonful of honey — and it will always taste like home.
This recipe is more than just a dish — it’s a symbol of care and love. It reminds us that delicious food doesn’t need expensive ingredients. Sometimes, just a bit of carrot, semolina, and warmth of heart are enough to create a taste that brings you back to childhood. Because carrot and semolina casserole is all about warmth, simplicity, and love passed down through generations.