Runza Casserole

Runza casserole is a super-meat and super-cheese casserole! And vegetables give the casserole the necessary juiciness and tenderness. Two layers of dough make it very satisfying and full. Serve it additionally with fresh vegetables, herbs or a light salad.

If you need to quickly prepare a hearty dinner, be sure to try this recipe. I love this kind of food. It reminds me of meat pies and quite often I blur the line between these two dishes in cooking.

I also like this recipe, because I can cook it for the future, freeze it and serve it at the right time without much haste.

What is runza casserole?

This is a soft and juicy super-meat casserole. The composition includes zucchini and they give the necessary softness and juiciness. Molten mozzarella perfectly complements the whole dish. And two layers of dough make this casserole a full and very satisfying dish.

How to make runza casserole?

• The first step is to prepare the dough.
• Divide it into two parts, grease the baking dish with oil and lay out a layer of dough.
• Bake in the oven for 7 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan and fry the minced meat.
• Fry for about 4 minutes, constantly stirring with a spatula.
• Add chopped onions, salt, and pepper.
• Then add the chopped zucchini, cover, and simmer.
• Spread the whole filling on the dough.
• Sprinkle with grated mozzarella and cover with a second sheet of dough.
• Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes and serve.

• Heat oil in a pan. Add the minced meat and fry constantly stirring until brown.

• Add chopped onions to the sautéed minced meat. Mix and cook for 2 minutes over medium heat until the onions soften.

• Cut the zucchini into a small cube, add to the pan. Mix, cover, and simmer for 4-5 minutes.

• Drain the excess liquid from the pan, salt, pepper and mix everything.

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the baking dish with oil and line it with one sheet of dough. You can roll out the dough a little wider than your shape and make small sides. So the casserole will keep in shape.

• Bake the dough in the oven for about 7 minutes. Then put a mixture of minced meat and vegetables on top of the dough.

• Grate mozzarella and sprinkle on top.

• Put the second layer of dough on the casserole, cover with a sheet of foil and bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes. 10 minutes before the end of cooking, remove the foil so that the crust can brown.

Preparation Tips to make Perfect Runza Casserole: 

– You can add your favorite vegetables to this casserole. For example carrots, blanched tomatoes, cabbage, or eggplant.

– Add your favorite cheese. Use Parmesan, Cheddar, or Gouda.

– To make the crust of the casserole golden, grease it before baking with butter or a beaten egg.

How to cook the dough for runza casserole on your own?

• Mix 200ml sour cream and 2 eggs.
• Add 100g of melted butter and a pinch of salt. Sift 300g flour, 2 tsp. baking powder and mix everything. Knead the soft and supple dough.
• Wrap in cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for an hour.
• After cooling, divide the dough into 2 parts and roll to the desired size.
• The thickness of the dough sheet should be approximately 0.2 inches. This dough is ideal for any meat and vegetable pies and casseroles.

How to store runza casserole?

Such a casserole is perfectly stored in the refrigerator for almost 5 days. Fold it in an airtight container with a lid or cover your dish with cling film. Besides, you can freeze the runza casserole. Pack it in a container, wrap in foil, and store in the freezer for up to six months. Let the casserole thaw a little before serving. Preheating is best done in an oven or microwave.

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