
A historical main dish from Recipes from here and there (1900).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Cook two pounds veal without bone, with as little water as possible until tender
Dice
Add one package cooked broad noodles, one can sweet corn, one can pimentos, one can mushrooms, seasonings
In one-quarter pound butter stir one heaping tablespoon flour, add two cups milk
Cook until thick
Remove from heat
Add one-half pound yellow American cheese
Stir until dissolved
Season
Combine with meat mixture
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cooking the veal with minimal water concentrates its natural gelatin and flavor compounds, creating a richer base for the casserole. The roux (butter and flour) stabilizes the milk proteins, preventing the sauce from breaking when the cheese melts. Adding cheese off-heat preserves its smooth texture—high heat can cause the proteins to seize and become grainy. The buttered cracker topping creates a crispy contrast through the Maillard reaction while protecting the creamy filling from drying out during baking.
The entire casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Add the buttered cracker crumb topping just before baking. If baking from cold, add 10-15 minutes to the baking time and cover with foil for the first 20 minutes to prevent over-browning.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 25-30 minutes until warmed through. The casserole can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Note that the texture may be slightly softer after freezing.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The entire casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Add the buttered cracker crumb topping just before baking. If baking from cold, add 10-15 minutes to the baking time and cover with foil for the first 20 minutes to prevent over-browning.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 25-30 minutes until warmed through. The casserole can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Note that the texture may be slightly softer after freezing.
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Bake for thirty minutes with buttered cracker crumbs on top