Name: Brisket, Potato & Leek Kugel
Total time: 130 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 medium leeks, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced, rinsed; 1 large shallot, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 6 sprigs fresh thyme, plus 2 tablespoons thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 3 pounds russet potatoes; 0.333 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup low-sodium beef broth; 5 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons matzo meal; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary; 2 cups shredded Braised Brisket with Tomatoes & Onions (See Associated Recipe); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

Brisket, Potato & Leek Kugel

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Here, the addition of leftover brisket transforms a kugel—the traditional Jewish pudding usually made with noodles or potatoes—into a main course. Pair with a green salad. To make this recipe kosher, omit the butter. Read more about this recipe.

Hannah Selinger

Published on November 16, 2021

Brisket, Potato & Leek Kugel — Photo: Eric Wolfinger

Active Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

High-Protein Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium leeks, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced, rinsed
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 sprigs fresh thyme, plus 2 tablespoons thyme leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
3 pounds russet potatoes
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons matzo meal
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 cups shredded Braised Brisket with Tomatoes & Onions (See Associated Recipe)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks, shallot, garlic, thyme sprigs and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs and set the leek mixture aside to cool, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, peel potatoes and place in a bowl of cold water. Using a chef's knife or mandoline, slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, returning them to the water as they're sliced.
Place flour in a medium bowl and gradually pour in broth, whisking vigorously to prevent clumping. Whisk in eggs and matzo meal. Combine rosemary and thyme leaves in a small bowl.
Drain the potatoes and pat dry. Shingle a layer of them in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with one-third of the herb mixture and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cover with half the leek mixture and 1 cup brisket. Repeat with a second layer of potatoes, another third of the herbs, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and the remaining leeks and brisket. Top with a final layer of potatoes and season with the remaining herbs and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top. Dot with butter. Cover loosely with foil.
Place the baking dish on a baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour. Remove foil and continue to bake until the potatoes are golden-brown and fork-tender and the liquid has stopped bubbling from the inside, about 30 minutes more.
Transfer the baking dish to a rack to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting.

Associated Recipe

Braised Brisket with Tomatoes & Onions

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

336	Calories
10g	Fat
39g	Carbs
20g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Serving Size about 1 cup
Calories 336
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 39g	14%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 20g	40%
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Vitamin A 659IU	13%
Sodium 392mg	17%
Potassium 1087mg	23%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.