Black Sea Laz Urmesi

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons butterInstead: olive oil
• 1.5 cups milkInstead: oat milk
• 0.5 cup water
• 3 tablespoons strained honey
• 0.5 cup crushed hazelnuts

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a wide pan and add the cornmeal.

2. 2

   Roast the cornmeal over medium heat for about 10 minutes until it changes color slightly and smells fragrant.

3. 3

   Slowly add the milk and water while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.

4. 4

   Cook until the mixture thickens to a pudding consistency.

5. 5

   Remove from heat, add the honey, and mix well.

6. 6

   Garnish with crushed hazelnuts and serve warm.

Note. Using low heat while roasting the cornmeal prevents burning and gives the dessert a better flavor.