Edith Klein's Cholent Recipe

Name: Edith Klein's Cholent
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dried Great Northern beans; 1/4 cup chicken fat or vegetable oil; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 shallots, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 1/2 pounds boneless flanken or brisket, in 2-inch chunks; 1/2 pound pastrami, in one piece; 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 cup pearl barley; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 pound dried Great Northern beans
1/4 cup chicken fat or vegetable oil
2 large onions, chopped
3 shallots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 1/2 pounds boneless flanken or brisket, in 2-inch chunks
1/2 pound pastrami, in one piece
1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup pearl barley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Place beans in a bowl, cover with cold water to a depth of 2 inches and allow to soak at least 4 hours or overnight.
2
Heat fat or oil in a large, heavy casserole.
3
Add onions and shallots and saute until golden.
4
Stir in garlic and cook for about a minute.
5
Remove the vegetables from the pan with a slotted spoon, draining them well, and set aside.
6
Brown chunks of beef lightly in the fat and remove them.
7
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
8
Cut pastrami into 1-inch cubes and stir them into the fat, then stir in the paprika and honey.
9
Return onions, shallots, garlic and beef to casserole.
10
Stir in barley.
11
Drain beans and add them.
12
Add 6 cups boiling water to casserole.
13
Cover and place in oven.
14
Bake for 30 minutes.
15
Reduce heat to 250 degrees and bake 30 minutes longer.
16
Remove lid, season to taste with salt and pepper, then cover casserole with a piece of aluminum foil and replace the lid.
17
Place in oven and allow to bake 7 to 8 hours or overnight.

322

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dried Great Northern beans, 1/4 cup chicken fat or vegetable oil, 2 large onions, chopped, 3 shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Edith Klein's Cholent falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Edith Klein's Cholent

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Variations & substitutions

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