Ingredients500 g pasta (small noodles or short pasta)150 g ground poppy seeds100 g powdered sugar (adjust to taste)80 g butter1 teaspoon vanilla sugar (optional)A pinch of saltLemon zest (optional)InstructionsStep 1: Cook the pastaBring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until tender. Drain well.Step 2: Melt the butterIn a large pan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the cooked pasta and stir gently until it is evenly coated.Step 3: Prepare the poppy seed mixtureIn a bowl, combine the ground poppy seeds with the powdered sugar and vanilla sugar. Add a little lemon zest if desired.Step 4: Combine everythingAdd the poppy seed mixture to the warm pasta. Mix thoroughly until all the pasta is coated with the sweet poppy seeds.Step 5: ServeServe immediately while warm. Sprinkle a little extra powdered sugar on top for a sweeter taste.Preparation TimePreparation: 10 minutesCooking: 15 minutesTotal: 25 minutesServings: 4–6 peopleTraditional Hungarian TipIn Hungary, Mákos Tészta is often enjoyed as a comforting sweet meal. You can serve it with a cup of tea or coffee.