🍖 Schnitz and Knepp Recipe 🍏

Description:

Schnitz and Knepp is a delightful dish that brings together the savory goodness of smoked ham with tender, sweet apples and fluffy dumplings. This hearty recipe hails from European kitchens, perfect for those cozy winter nights when you crave a comforting meal. It’s a wonderful option for a weeknight dinner, and it’s all done on the stove top in under 4 hours!

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
2	Smoked ham
3	Chicken broth
4	Water
2	Dark brown sugar
2	Flour
1 1/2	Baking powder
2	Salt
1/4	Butter
2	Milk

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 750
Fat Content: 33g
Saturated Fat Content: 12.5g
Cholesterol Content: 172.1mg
Sodium Content: 4724.9mg
Carbohydrate Content: 53.2g
Fiber Content: 3.3g
Sugar Content: 21.4g
Protein Content: 60.6g

Instructions:

Prepare the Apples:
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- 🍏 Cover apples with boiling water and let stand until cool. Drain.
Prepare the Ham:
- 🍖 Trim excess fat from smoked ham.
Cook the Ham:
- 🥘 Place the ham in a Dutch oven and add chicken broth and water.
- 🥣 Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 90 minutes or until the ham is tender.
Prepare the Broth:
- 🍲 Remove the ham from the broth and skim off any excess fat.
Cube the Ham:
- 🍖 Slice and cube the ham, then return it to the Dutch oven.
Add Apples and Sugar:
- 🍏🍬 Add the drained apples and dark brown sugar to the Dutch oven.
- 🥄 Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
Simmer:
- 🍲 Reduce the heat and simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Prepare the Dumplings:
- 🥟 In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 🧈 Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
- 🥛 Add the milk and beat vigorously until smooth.
Add Dumplings to Broth:
- 🥄 Drop 6-8 spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the simmering broth.
Simmer Dumplings:
- 🍲 Cover tightly and simmer for 10 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
Serve:
- 🍽️ To serve, remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon.
- 🥣 Ladle the ham and apple mixture around the dumplings.

Tips:

🔥 For a richer flavor, use a smoked ham with a good amount of fat.
🍎 Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice contrast to the sweet ham.
🥄 Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar to suit your taste.
🥣 Make sure the dumplings are dropped into simmering broth to ensure they cook properly.
🕰️ This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors have more time to meld.

Serving Suggestions:

🥗 Serve Schnitz and Knepp with a side of green beans or roasted vegetables.
🍷 Pair with a glass of crisp white wine or a hearty beer for a complete meal.

This Schnitz and Knepp recipe is a true celebration of flavors, bringing together the smoky richness of ham with the sweet-tartness of apples, all enveloped in fluffy, comforting dumplings. It’s a dish that will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings for a hearty, delicious meal. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let’s get cooking! 🍴✨