Author Notes
the simple version of a traditional Germans from Russia dish also known as Kase Knoephla, cheese buttons. —Prairie Californian
Ingredients
- Cheese Buttons
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22 ounces
cottage cheese (whole or lowfat)
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1/2 teaspoon
salt
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2 cups
flour
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4
eggs
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1 teaspoon
baking powder
- Topping
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1
medium onion
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1-2 tablespoons
butter
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1/2 quart
heavy cream
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Mix all the ingredients for the cheese buttons together in a large bowl.
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Place rounded tablespoons full of the cheese button mixture on a greased baking sheet.
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Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
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While buttons are cooking, prepare sauteed onions. Place 1-2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium heat.
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Add onions once butter is melted and let saute until caramelized. About 10-15 minutes. Once caramelized, remove from stove and set aside.
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Once cheese buttons are baked, remove from baking sheet and place in a casserole dish.
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Top with cream and sauteed onions. Don't be stingy with the cream. The cheese buttons should be almost covered with cream.
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Place the casserole dish in the 350 degree oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
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