Verenike Casserole for the Slow Cooker

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 4

Slow Cooker Verenike Casserole with Ham and Cottage Cheese

by The Chefin Casserole

Prep

20 min

Cook

6-8 hours or 3-4 hours on high

Ready In

6-8 hours or 3-4 hours on high

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

572

Sugar

16g

Fat

33g

Verenike is a type of dumpling that is commonly made in Mennonite communities in North America. This slow cooker casserole takes inspiration from the traditional verenike recipe, using cottage cheese instead of quark cheese and adding ham cubes for extra flavor. The result is a creamy and savory casserole that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. With the convenience of a slow cooker, you can prepare this dish ahead of time and let it cook throughout the day, making your evening meal stress-free and delicious. Serve it with a side salad or some steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the slow cooker to low heat.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, cottage cheese, sour cream, and evaporated milk. Mix well.
3.	Add the ham cubes and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until evenly distributed.
4.	Arrange 3 lasagna noodles on the bottom of the slow cooker, breaking them if necessary to fit. Top with 1/3 of the egg mixture.
5.	Repeat the layering process until all of the egg mixture and lasagna noodles are used up, ending with a layer of the egg mixture on top.
6.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the noodles are tender and the casserole is set.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This casserole is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

It is a great way to use up leftover ham.

The cottage cheese is a healthy source of protein.

CONS

This ham and cottage cheese casserole is high in fat and calories.

The lasagna noodles may be high in carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cottage cheese is a good source of protein and calcium.
The ham cubes provide a healthy serving of protein.
This casserole can be a good option for those who are looking to increase their protein intake.

	1 carton cottage cheese
	3 eggs , beaten
	1 cup sour cream
	2 cups evaporated milk
	2 cups cubed cooked ham
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
	7 uncooked lasagna noodles , or as needed