Discover the magic of Austrian cuisine with this Minty Cheese Filled Pasta, known as Kärntner Kasnudel—a traditional delicacy from the Carinthian region. These delectable pasta pockets feature a delicate dough cradling a creamy filling of cottage cheese, mashed potatoes, fragrant fresh mint, and a hint of nutmeg. Each bite is a perfect harmony of textures and flavors, enhanced by a buttery drizzle and optional parsley garnish. With simple ingredients and a touch of artistry in forming the dumplings, this recipe offers an authentic taste of Austria that’s both comforting and elegant. Perfect as a light main course or a stunning appetizer, Kärntner Kasnudel is a must-try for pasta lovers and anyone craving a unique culinary adventure.
Scan with your phone to download!
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, eggs, water, and salt. Knead the mixture into a smooth dough. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.
While the dough rests, prepare the filling by combining cottage cheese, boiled and mashed potatoes, melted butter, fresh mint, chives, grated nutmeg, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix well until the filling is smooth and evenly distributed.
Once the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface until it is very thin (about 2mm thick). Use a round cutter (8-10 cm in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.
Place a teaspoon of the cheese and mint filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal tightly, pinching them decoratively if desired.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer. Add the filled pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they float to the top and are tender.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter for serving until golden and lightly browned. Remove from heat.
Remove the cooked pasta from the pot using a slotted spoon and transfer it to a serving plate. Drizzle the browned butter over the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Minty Cheese Filled Pasta Kärntner Kasnudel!
Serving size | (977.1g) |
---|
Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
---|---|
Calories | 1957.3 |
Total Fat 59.9g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 32.2g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
Cholesterol 504.3mg | 0% |
Sodium 3043.6mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 287.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 22.1g | |
Protein 64.6g | 0% |
Vitamin D 119.6IU | 0% |
Calcium 284.0mg | 0% |
Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
Potassium 1273.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories