Amish Stewed Crackers
Experience the comforting simplicity of Amish Stewed Crackers, a delightfully old-fashioned dish that brings together just a few pantry staples for a warm and inviting side or snack. Made with tender saltine crackers soaked in a rich blend of whole milk and melted butter, this quick and easy recipe is elevated with a touch of salt and black pepper for balanced flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, Amish Stewed Crackers are a true triumph of minimalism, capturing the heartiness and nostalgia of Amish cooking traditions. Serve it warm as a stand-alone dish or a unique side to complement soups or roasted meats—this humble, creamy dish is perfect for lovers of rustic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces saltine crackers
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
1. Break the saltine crackers into quarters or smaller bite-sized pieces, then set them aside in a large bowl.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, unsalted butter, salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat the mixture until the butter has completely melted and the milk is just starting to steam, but do not let it boil.
4. Pour the warmed milk and butter mixture over the broken crackers in the bowl.
5. Gently stir the crackers to ensure they are fully soaked and coated with the milk mixture, being careful not to break them down too much.
6. Let the dish sit for 3-5 minutes to allow the crackers to absorb the liquid and soften.
7. Serve immediately while warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of additional pepper or a small pat of butter on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1761 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1181 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
