Šunkofleky – Czech Ham and Pasta Casserole

Name: Šunkofleky – Czech Ham and Pasta Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6 serving
Ingredients: 16 ounces pasta; 9 ounces cooked ham; ½ Tablespoon unsalted butter; ½ cup heavy cream; ¾ cup milk; 4 eggs; 2 cloves garlic; ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 and ½ teaspoons salt; ¾ Tablespoon solid fat; 2 Tablespoon breadcrumbs; 4 pieces dill pickles; 2 Tablespoons parsley leaves

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings
6
Calories
513 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Czech

Šunkofleky – Czech Ham and Pasta Casserole

Nora Tran

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An authentic Czech recipe for an easy dish made from cooked pasta and cooked ham.

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Ingredients

Servings

16 ounces pasta wide squares (fleky) or other type of pasta
9 ounces cooked ham
½ Tablespoon unsalted butter to fry the ham
½ cup heavy cream fat percentage about 30%
¾ cup milk
4 eggs
2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 and ½ teaspoons salt

To dust the baking dish:

¾ Tablespoon solid fat shortening or butter
2 Tablespoon breadcrumbs to sprinkle the baking pan

To serve (optional):

4 pieces dill pickles
2 Tablespoons parsley leaves chopped

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Instructions

Before you start cooking: Grease the baking dish with ¾ Tablespoon solid fat, and sprinkle it with 2 Tablespoon breadcrumbs. Gently tap the dish on the work surface to remove any excess breadcrumbs.
Peel and mince 2 cloves garlic.
Cook 16 ounces pasta in salted water until tender, then drain. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.
While the pasta is cooking, dice 9 ounces cooked ham into ⅓-inch (0,7 cm) pieces. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and let ½ Tablespoon unsalted butter melt in it.
Add the ham cubes and cook, stirring constantly, until their edges begin to brown. This will take about three to five minutes.
Pour ¾ cup milk and ½ cup heavy cream into a large enough container. Add 4 eggs and beat them with a hand whisk until a creamy, yellowish mixture forms.
In a large bowl, combine the hot, drained pasta with the fried ham. Season with 1 and ½ teaspoons salt and ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, and add the minced garlic. Mix well. Finally, pour in the milk and egg mixture. Stir again thoroughly.
Carefully transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface evenly.
Preheat the oven to 325 °F, using the top and bottom heat, not the fan-forced circulation. Place the pan on the middle rack and bake for 30 minutes. Then turn off the oven without opening it, and leave the casserole sit in the oven for another 15 minutes to finish cooking.

Notes

How to reheat?
The basic recipe makes 4-6 servings.
How to serve: Serve the Šunkofleky warm. Cut the casserole into squares measuring about 5x5 inches (13x13 cm). Place each portion on a plate, and if desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley leaves. A pickled cucumber is also a great accompaniment on the plate.
Attention! If you're using a cast iron or other heavy-duty baking dish, add 15 minutes to the baking time. Such a pan will need more time to heat up initially.
Storage in the fridge: Cover the cold dish with foil and store it in the refrigerator, where it will last for up to five days.
Can I freeze the Šunkofleky: Yes, Šunkofleky freezes wonderfully! Cut the leftovers into individual servings, place them in an airtight container, and store them in the freezer. Consume within three months.
How to reheat? I have found the best way is to warm up the Šunkofleky in a skillet with melted butter. I slice the serving into bite-sized pieces and fry them on all sides over medium heat.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 513kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 173mg (58%) Sodium 1511mg (63%) Potassium 464mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 765IU (15%) Vitamin C 13mg (14%) Calcium 121mg (12%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 513 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	513kcal	26%
Carbohydrates	62g	21%
Protein	24g	48%
Fat	18g	28%
Saturated Fat	9g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	5g	25%
Trans Fat	0.1g	5%
Cholesterol	173mg	58%
Sodium	1511mg	63%
Potassium	464mg	10%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	765IU	15%
Vitamin C	13mg	14%
Calcium	121mg	12%
Iron	2mg	11%