Polish casserole, also known as zapiekanka or kasserole, is a diverse and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Polish cuisine. Its roots can be traced back to centuries-old traditions, where resourceful home cooks combined humble ingredients to create hearty and satisfying meals. This article explores the culinary journey of Polish casserole, uncovering its regional variations, traditional recipes, and the secrets behind its enduring popularity. From the vibrant flavors of the Krakow region to the rustic charm of the countryside, discover the best Polish casserole recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Poland's culinary heritage.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
POLISH SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE (KAPUSTA)
When my husband's Grandmother died, I was the designated person to bring this to all holiday dinners (even though I'm Irish!) since I learned what to do by watching her. She always used fresh rather than smoked Polish Sausage.
Provided by Mareesme
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Bring sausage to boil and simmer 15 minutes; drain and set aside.
- Cut bacon into small pieces.
- Begin browning, then add diced onion.
- Saute together until bacon is almost crisp.
- Drain mixture, reserving bacon grease.
- Drain sauerkraut (do not rinse).
- Add sauerkraut and brown sugar to bacon mixture.
- Mix in about 2 Tablespoons reserved bacon grease and water.
- Place in large casserole dish.
- Cut Polish sausage into 3" pieces and place on top of sauerkraut.
- Cover and bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour 15 minutes, checking sauerkraut mixture halfway through to add more water if sauerkraut appears very dry.
- Finish baking; remove from oven.
- Taste sauerkraut and, if desired, adjust flavor by adding salt and pepper, or a little more brown sugar, vinegar or bacon grease to your taste. (Note: In the old days, Busia (Grandma) would soak a cup of yellow peas overnight to soften them and would mix them into the sauerkraut. It was probably to stretch the quantity, but I don't do it anymore!).
POLISH CASSEROLE
When I first made this dish, my 2-year-old liked it so much that he wanted it for every meal! You can use almost any pasta that will hold the sauce. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sausage, soup, sauerkraut, 2 cups cheese, milk, onions, mustard and garlic., Spoon into 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and bubbly, 45-50 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and bubbly, 50-55 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
POLISH REUBEN CASSEROLE
People are always asking me for this recipe. It's easy to assemble and great to take to potlucks, which we have a lot of in our farming community.-Imogene Peterson, Ontario, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Spread sauerkraut in a greased shallow 4-qt. baking dish. Top with noodles. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, onion and mustard; pour over the noodles. Top with sausage; sprinkle with cheese., Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 827mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
LENTIL AND POLISH SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
We like lentils, and this recipe is fast, easy and cheap. I bought the sausage for 99 cents at the local Canned Foods Warehouse (aka Rainbow). You can use hot sausage or mild. I usually make this with half red and half brown lentils for the texture, but you can use all of one kind. I imagine this could be made in a crockpot, I just haven't done it. Serve with a fresh salad.
Provided by Chef George S.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Saute the onions in the olive oil until brown (about 10 minutes).
- Add the garlic and continue to cook for a minute or two.
- Add the lentils and the sausage.
- Add the water, bay leaf, salt (at least 1 teaspoon or to taste) and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, cover and turn down the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook for about 1 1/2 hrs or until lentils are tender.
- Watch the pot to make sure there is enough liquid so that the lentils don't burn.
POLISH DELIGHT CASSEROLE
I have no idea where this recipe originated, but it is the ultimate Polish comfort food to me. It is a very versatile recipe, as I have made it several times with cooked, sliced cabbage instead of the sauerkraut; substituted cream of celery soup for cream of chicken, and I have even made this once using ham in place of the pork. It uses simple ingredients, and only needs a big loaf of bread or fresh rolls with butter to satisfy any growling belly:)
Provided by Manda
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add meat and saute until browned, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in mushroom and chicken soups, onion soup mix, celery, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Spoon into 13x9-inch casserole dish.
- Cover.
- Bake at 350 degrees until tender, 45 minutes- 1 hour, stirring occasionally and adding up to 1 cup of water if needed.
- Add cooked noodles and sauerkraut and stir to combine.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes longer.
POLISH SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
I wanted a polish sausage casserole recipe that combined the flavors that my family seemed to most like. When I couldn't find it, I decided to make my own and this was met with rave reviews from youngest to oldest! This will definitely go on our regular line up.
Provided by Likkel
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the oil (or melted butter) in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Spread the chopped onion and then the shredded potatoes evenly to cover the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Bake this first layer in the oven for 20 minutes, to crisp it up.
- While the potato layer is baking you will have time to make the cheese sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Then add the flour, dry mustard, and salt & pepper. Whisk the mixture together, allowing it to slightly brown and become smooth and just bubbly. Pour in the milk and whisk until smooth and thick. Then add the cheese and whisk again until the cheese has melted, remove from heat.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and cover the top of the potatoes with the thinly sliced polish sausage. Place uncooked asparagus over the top of the sausage and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top of the asparagus. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the casserole and put into the oven to bake for 40 minutes.
POLISH SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE
This is a recipe my neighbor shared with me. It is delish!
Provided by Gail Hagans
Categories Casseroles
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in all other ingredients
- 2. Spoon into a greased 9x13 pan, or large casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes
- 3. Enjoy!
POLISH REUBEN CASSEROLE
If you like Reuben sandwiches, you will love this casserole. Got it out of one of those small cookbooks you see in line at the grocery store, a few years ago.
Provided by TheDancingCook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine soup, milk, onion& mustard in bowl and blend well.
- Spread sauerkraut into greased 13x9 dish and top with the uncooked noodles.
- Spoon soup mixture over noodles.
- Cover with keilbasa and cover with cheese.
- Combine bread crumbs and butter and drizzle over cheese.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until noodles are tender.
POLISH REUBEN CASSEROLE
Here is another quick and easy casserole.. Enjoy!
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Combine soup, milk, onion and mustard in medium bowl; blend well. Spread sauerkraut in greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Top with uncooked noodles. Spoon mixture evenly over top. Top with sausage, then cheese.
- 2. Combine crumbs and butter in small bowl; sprinkle over top. (I have added parmesan to my breadcrumbs at times)it adds some extra flavor. Cover pan tightly with foil. Bake in 350 degree oven for 1 hour or until noodles are tender.
POLISH CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.5/5)
Provided by Susan52
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the sausage, soup, sauerkraut, 2 cups cheese, milk, onions, mustard and garlic. Spoon into two greased 8-in.-square baking dishes; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
LADY ROSE'S POLISH ITALIAN REUBEN CASSEROLE
I got the idea for this recipe from Razzle Dazzle recipes, but knew that the amount of meat listed would not be enough for my husband. So I built on the idea adding additional flavors of meats that I had on hand. It was a REAL WINNER. My husband loved it, as he does anything with lots of meat. The addition of the green peppers,...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 350 DEGREES F. Spray a 9X15 X2 inch casserole dish with non stick butter flavored cooking spray.Saute the pork sausage with the green peppers, and whole Italian Sausage links, till browned, then drain fat and cut links into about1 1/2 to 2 inch pieces.
- 2. In a medium size bowl add mushroom soup,minced onions, evaporated milk,whole grain mustard, and beat with wire whisk till blended.
- 3. Spread rinsed sauerkraut evenly in bottom of prepared dish, and top with sliced onions.
- 4. Then top with uncooked noodles, and spread soup mixture evenly over noodles.
- 5. Next add all of the drained Italian Sausage and Pork Sausage mixture, then top with sliced pieces of polish sausage.
- 6. Add the sharp cheddar shreds, along with the parmesan and mozzarella, then top with sliced provolone. Mix panko bread crumbs with melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle over top of cheese. Then spray top of crumbs with non stick cooking spray. Cover dish tightly with lid or aluminum foil, Place on a larger flat pan to catch any potential drips, then bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 1 hour & 15 minutes. Remove from oven let set about 10 minutes before serving.
- 7. Can serve with a salad if desired, but this is a one dish meal all in one. Great for a party or if you are feeding a crowd.
POLISH REUBEN CASSEROLE
Easy and delicious casserole, using Polish sausage.
Provided by HOUSEWIFEEXTRAORDINAIR
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Eastern European Polish
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl combine the soup, milk, onion and mustard. Mix well and set aside.
- Spread sauerkraut into the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with uncooked noodles, then spoon soup mixture evenly over noodles. Cover all with sausage and top with cheese. Lastly, combine bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl and mix together; sprinkle mixture over cheese.
- Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until noodles are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 627.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 112.2 mg, Fat 41.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 2176.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many variations of Polish casserole, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
- Cook the casserole until it is heated through. This will ensure that it is safe to eat and that the flavors have had a chance to meld together.
- Serve the casserole hot. This is the best way to enjoy its flavors and textures.
- Garnish the casserole with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Polish casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is also a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a Polish casserole recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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