Slaný Syrový Koláč s Hubami
A savory cheese and mushroom pie, this 'slaný syrový koláč' (salty cheese pie) is a hearty and flavorful dish. It typically features a rich cheese filling, often enhanced with mushrooms and sometimes herbs, encased in a tender pastry. It's a versatile dish, suitable as a main course or a substantial appetizer.
🧂 Ingredients
- 300 g All-purpose flour(for the dough)
- 150 g Butter(cold, cubed, for the dough)
- 1 large Egg yolk(for the dough)
- 3-4 tbsp Cold water(for the dough)
- 1/2 tsp Salt(for the dough)
- 300 g Mushrooms(sliced (e.g., cremini, shiitake))
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 200 g Hard cheese(grated (e.g., cheddar, gouda))
- 100 g Cream cheese(softened)
- 2 large Eggs(for the filling)
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill(chopped)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 1 tbsp Butter or oil(for sautéing)
- 1 large Egg(beaten, for egg wash)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
For the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
💡 Tip: Keep the butter cold for a flaky crust. - 2
Whisk together the egg yolk and cold water. Gradually add this to the flour mixture, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- 3
Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
For the filling: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, and cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and are browned.
- 5
Remove the skillet from heat and let the mushroom mixture cool slightly. In a separate bowl, combine the grated hard cheese, softened cream cheese, beaten eggs, chopped dill, and black pepper. Stir in the cooled mushroom mixture.
💡 Tip: Ensure mushrooms are not too wet before adding to the cheese mixture. - 6
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) pie dish.
- 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit the prepared pie dish. Press the dough into the dish, trimming any excess.
💡 Tip: You can also make a lattice top or a full top crust. - 8
Pour the cheese and mushroom filling into the pastry-lined dish. Brush the edges of the crust with the beaten egg.
💡 Tip: For a full top crust, place it over the filling and crimp the edges. - 9
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set and lightly puffed.
- 10
Let the koláč cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a good quality hard cheese for the best flavor.
- ✓Don't overbake the pie, as the cheese filling can become dry.
- ✓This pie can be served warm or at room temperature.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling.
- Incorporate other vegetables like leeks or spinach.
- Use a mix of different mushrooms for more complex flavor.