Schnitz Un Gnepp

This classic Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food features a thick slice of ham simmered with tender apples and topped with fluffy yeast dumplings. The savory ham juices mingle with the sweet-tart apples, creating a rich, harmonious broth that soaks into the soft dumplings. It is a complete meal in itself, offering a perfect balance of protein, starch, and natural sweetness. Ideal for cozy family dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish brings rustic, home-style warmth to the table. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂchewy ham, soft apples, and pillowy doughÃ¢ÂÂmakes it deeply satisfying and nostalgic.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Steaming

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 36.2

Description

This classic Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food features a thick slice of ham simmered with tender apples and topped with fluffy yeast dumplings. The savory ham juices mingle with the sweet-tart apples, creating a rich, harmonious broth that soaks into the soft dumplings. It is a complete meal in itself, offering a perfect balance of protein, starch, and natural sweetness. Ideal for cozy family dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish brings rustic, home-style warmth to the table. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂchewy ham, soft apples, and pillowy doughÃ¢ÂÂmakes it deeply satisfying and nostalgic.

Ingredients

1 Thick

Directions

1
If using dried apples, soak them in warm water overnight to rehydrate.
2
Place the thick slice of ham in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot.
3
Add the apples (with their liquid if dried) to the pot with the ham.
4
Cover and boil gently for one hour until the apples are tender.
5
Stir in the brown sugar to flavor the broth.
6
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
7
Stir in the beaten egg, melted butter, and enough milk to form a stiff but moist batter.
8
Drop the batter by large spoonfuls directly onto the ham and apples in the pot.
9
Cover the pot tightly and steam the dumplings for about 20 minutes until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 36.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.9g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
Sodium 326.5mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 6.2g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Frozen oven-ready yeast biscuits can be substituted for the homemade dumpling batter for a quicker preparation.

Ensure the pot is covered tightly during steaming to trap the steam and cook the dumplings evenly.

This dish is traditionally served as a complete meal, often referred to as "apples and buttons."

Keywords: schnitz un gnepp, ham and dumplings, pa dutch, comfort food, apples, steamed dumplings, holiday dinner, rustic, hearty, traditional

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