This time, on his Instagram, chef and restaurateur, judge of "Master Chef" Vladimir Yaroslavsky shared how to make a delicious pumpkin pie with cottage cheese.

This dish combines the warm flavors of autumn with nutritious ingredients, making it perfect for chilly weather.

Ingredients:

  • 350 g homemade cottage cheese (9% fat)
  • 90 g sugar
  • 35 g semolina
  • 300 g pumpkin puree (thick, not watery)
  • 70 g cream (30%, can be substituted with sour cream)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 g raisins or any dried fruits (optional)

Preparation:

In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the semolina to swell. Blend the mixture with a blender until smooth and creamy. This will give the dish a silky texture, says "Master Chef" Yaroslavsky.

Add a pinch of cinnamon and citrus zest for flavor. The zest pairs beautifully with pumpkin.

"Master Chef" Yaroslavsky adds, next, line a baking dish with parchment paper, grease it with butter, and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. If you’re not using parchment, simply grease and sprinkle the dish.

Pour the batter into the dish and level it out. Bake at 190°C for about 30 minutes, until the center rises and becomes firm. Let the casserole cool, then slice and serve warm with sour cream or jam, shares "Master Chef" Yaroslavsky.