Lazy Weekends · Polish
Łazanki
A rustic dish of square pasta noodles tossed with sautéed cabbage and earthy mushrooms.
Why This Works
The combination of earthy porcini mushrooms and sweet cabbage provides a deep, savory umami base.
The Upgrade
Finish the dish with a sprinkle of toasted caraway seeds for a traditional punch.
Chef's Secret
Michelin TechniqueSave a tablespoon of the mushroom soaking liquid and add it to the pan; it creates an instant concentrated depth of flavor.
Ingredients
Total time including resting: 40 min
Directions
Cook egg noodles in boiling salted water until al dente.
8 minMeanwhile, brown the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.
6 minAdd onion to the bacon fat and sauté until translucent.
5 minAdd shredded cabbage and cook until soft and slightly caramelized.
10 minStir in the rehydrated, chopped mushrooms.
3 minCombine the cooked noodles with the cabbage mixture.
2 minFinish with butter and season with black pepper.
3 minWine Pairing
Dry Furmint
White Wine
The BottleRoyal Tokaji Dry Furmint
Furmint's piercing acidity cuts through the starchy texture of the pasta. Its mineral backbone perfectly matches the forest-floor aromatics of the sautéed mushrooms.
Nutrition per Serving
410
calories
12g
protein
45g
carbs
18g
fat
Make It a Complete Meal
Sides the kitchen recommends alongside this dish.
Side Dish
Kielbasa Slices
Pan-fry bite-sized pieces of smoked sausage to add a salty, protein-rich contrast to the cabbage.
Ingredients
Directions
Slice kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add kielbasa slices in a single layer.
Pan-fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and slightly crispy.
Drain excess fat if desired.
Season with black pepper and garnish with fresh dill, if using.
Side Dish
Cucumber Salad
Toss sliced cucumbers with a splash of sour cream and dill to provide a bright, cooling crunch.
Ingredients
Directions
Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Pat the cucumber slices dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper aesthetic.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, vinegar, dill, and black pepper until smooth.
Transfer the cucumbers to a chilled glass bowl.
Fold the dressing into the cucumbers gently until evenly coated.
Serve immediately to maintain the optimal crunch alongside the warm Łazanki.
Member Reviews
How did it turn out?
Rate this recipe
Very approachable even for a beginner. Turned out great.
Cooked it for guests over the weekend — everyone wanted the recipe.
Decent flavor. Needed a bit more seasoning for my taste.