Butter the carrot mould to prevent it sticking, and press this gently on the outside of the shape of rice till it resembles the outside of a column in Gothic architecture, then place it in the oven and let it bake till it is firm and dry.

Then scoop out the centre and put it back for a short time.

If the border is going to be used for a macedoine of vegetables, beat up a yolk of egg and paint the outside of the casserole with this, and then it will bake a nice golden-brown colour.

Now take it out of the oven and fill it accordingly.

It can be served hot or cold, or it can be filled with a German salad.