Dinner · Intermediate
Nachynka (Baba's)
Ukrainian Nachynka (Начинка) is a rich, savory baked cornmeal casserole that serves as a beloved centerpiece on traditional holiday and Sunday tables across Western Ukraine. Originally developed as a hearty stuffing, this rustic dish evolved into a standalone side dish prized for its velvety, custard-like interior and golden-brown crust. This is an heirloom recipe created by my Baba, Mary Krawchuk
By RyanK · Ready in 165 minutes
Ingredients
Directions
- Cook the onion in the butter until it is tender but not brown.
- Add the corn meal along with the salt, sugar, pepper, and cinnamon.
- Mix to coat cereal thoroughly with the butter.
- Pour in the milk gradually and stir briskly until the mixture is smooth and free from lumps.
- Cook until it thickens.
- Remove it from the range and blend in the eggs and cream (beat the eggs well, and add the cream and beat the egg with egg beater).
- Spoon into a 2 quart buttered casserole dish.
- Bake uncovered in a 360° oven for 2 hours.
- It should have a crisp golden brown crust.
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