192 Kasha from Smolensk groats

• 1¼ glasses (½ lb) Smolensk groats
• salt
• (nutmeg for those who like it)<

Bring water to a boil and add salt. Sprinkle on 1¼ glass of Smolensk groats to make a moderately thick kasha. Add nutmeg, if desired. Turn onto a plate, smooth down, and let cool. Cut into small cubes like croutons, dumplings (Iazanki) or half-moons. Just before serving, drop into the bouillo