Description
Hearty Polish noodles meet crispy bacon in Michael Symon’s authentic haluski, a comforting dish celebrating Eastern European cuisine. Simple ingredients blend into a satisfying feast that welcomes you to savor classic comfort on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Noodles:
- 1 package (16 ounces / 454 grams) medium-wide egg noodles
Vegetables:
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 2 small heads cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
Seasonings and Fats:
- 1 cup (227 grams / 8 ounces) butter
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 150 degrees Celsius (300 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil. Gently drop the egg noodles into the boiling water and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The noodles should be tender yet slightly firm. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- In a spacious skillet, melt half a stick of butter over medium-low heat. Introduce the chopped onions and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes until they become translucent and soft.
- Incorporate the shredded cabbage and the remaining 1/2 cup of butter into the onion mixture. Sauté for 5 to 8 minutes, ensuring the cabbage becomes tender without browning. Season with freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste.
- Transfer the cooked noodles into the cabbage mixture, gently folding them together to ensure even distribution. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if desired.
- Pour the combined noodle and cabbage mixture into a large baking dish, spreading it evenly. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the top develops a golden-brown crust.
Notes
- Patience matters when slowly caramelizing onions to unlock their deep, sweet flavor profile without burning.
- Selecting wide egg noodles helps achieve better texture and provides more surface area for sauce absorption.
- Chopping cabbage into uniform pieces ensures even cooking and consistent taste throughout the dish.
- Fresh ingredients dramatically elevate the overall quality and taste of this traditional comfort meal.
- Controlling heat prevents burning while allowing ingredients to develop rich, complex flavors naturally.
- Seasoning generously with salt and pepper enhances the natural sweetness of caramelized vegetables.
- Stirring frequently prevents sticking and promotes even browning during the cooking process.
- Butter adds luxurious richness and helps create a silky, smooth sauce coating the noodles.
- Resting the dish for a few minutes after cooking allows flavors to meld and intensify.
- Using a large skillet provides ample space for proper vegetable sautéing and noodle integration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 78 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg