Ukrainian Bukovinian Nachynka (cornmeal dressing) 2

Submitted by Olha7397

"Here is another version of Ukrainian Bukovinian Nachynka."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 1 casserole

ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons bacon drippings
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 1⁄2 cups milk, scalded
• 3 eggs, well-beaten
• 1⁄2 cup light cream

directions

1. Fry bacon until crisp.
2. Add onion and saute.
3. Remove bacon and onion.
4. Bacon drippings can be used instead of butter.
5. On low heat, gently stir in the cornmeal and stir so it is coated.
6. Add salt, pepper, and sugar.
7. Scald milk and add it gradually, stirring constantly, until bubbly and all the milk is gone.
8. Simmer until thickened.
9. Remove from heat and add eggs, cream, bacon pieces, and onion.
10. fold gently.
11. Pour into 2 quart casserole and bake uncovered in oven for 1 hour at 350 degrees F.