Pasta with Semolina & Apricot Jam (Hungarian Grízes Tészta)

Instructions

1. Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain well.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the semolina and cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.
4. Carefully add about ½ cup of hot water to the toasted semolina, stirring constantly. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and tender.
5. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss gently with the toasted semolina.
6. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, then mix until evenly combined.
7. Warm the apricot jam slightly so it is easy to spread.
8. Serve the pasta warm with generous spoonfuls of apricot jam on top.
9. Finish with powdered sugar and a little extra cinnamon if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4–6