Layered Cornmeal Casserole (Rakott Puliszka)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Satisfy your cravings with Layered Cornmeal Casserole (Rakott Puliszka)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

608

Sugar

Fat

44g

Layered Cornmeal Casserole (Rakott Puliszka) is a traditional Hungarian dish that's made with layers of cornmeal, cheese, and bacon. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cold winter night or a family dinner. The dish was originally created as a way to use up leftover ingredients, but it has since become a popular dish in its own right. The cornmeal provides a hearty and filling base for the layers of cheese and bacon, creating a dish that's both savory and satisfying.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble it into small pieces.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the dry curd cottage cheese, shredded Swiss cheese, feta cheese, and sour cream until well combined.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix together the cornmeal and 2 cups of boiling water until well combined. Let the mixture cool slightly before adding 2 cups of cold water.
5.	Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and spoon half the cornmeal mixture into the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the cheese mixture on top of the cornmeal. Sprinkle half of the bacon over the cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining cornmeal, cheese, and bacon.
6.	Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Layered Cornmeal Casserole (Rakott Puliszka) is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a family dinner.

It’s easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

The combination of cheese and bacon creates a savory and rich flavor that everyone will love.

CONS

This recipe is high in fat and calories due to the cheese and bacon.

Additionally, the cornmeal may be too heavy for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Layered Cornmeal Casserole (Rakott Puliszka) is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The dish is a good source of protein and calcium, which supports bone health.

	1 cup cornmeal
	10 -12 ounces meaty bacon
	1 lb dry curd cottage cheese
	1/2 lb shredded swiss cheese
	1/2 lb feta cheese or 1/2 lb bryndza cheese
	1 lb sour cream