Combine 500g of sugar and 500ml of water in a saucepan.

Bring the mixture to a boil over low heat, simmering until it forms a light syrup.

Add your preferred flavoring: orange blossom water, vanilla, lemon, or even cinnamon.

Set the syrup aside to cool before using.

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

In a large mixing bowl, combine the following ingredients: eggs, sugar, milk, oil, medium semolina, breadcrumbs, and baking powder

Grease a 25 x 40 cm baking dish (Pyrex or any oven-safe dish works well).

Pour the batter into the dish, spreading it out evenly.

Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Once out of the oven, pour the lukewarm syrup over the basboussa gradually, allowing it to absorb fully.

Adjust the amount of syrup to your liking; you may not need all of it.

Let the basboussa sit for a few minutes to soak in the syrup.

Cut into portions and serve.