Potato casserole in the oven is a hearty and delicious dish that is perfect for a family dinner. This classic recipe includes simple ingredients and the cooking process is very easy, making it accessible even for novice cooks.

Ingredients:

  • Potatoes – 1 kg
  • Milk – 200 ml
  • Butter – 50 g
  • Eggs – 2 pcs.
  • Cheese (grated) – 150-200 g
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste
  • Cream (optional) – 100 ml

Cooking time:

  • Preparation: 15 minutes
  • Cooking: 40-45 minutes
  • Difficulty: easy
Potato casserole in the oven: classic recipe
Potato casserole in the oven: classic recipe

Step-by-step recipe:

  1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin circles or plates (about 3-5 mm thick). To cook the potatoes evenly, try to cut the slices to the same thickness.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and cream (if using). Add the butter and wait for it to melt completely. Lightly salt and pepper the sauce. When the mixture is smooth, remove the pan from the heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and gradually pour in the warm milk and butter sauce. Mix well so that the eggs are evenly distributed.
  4. Take a baking dish and grease it with butter. Lay out the first layer of potatoes, spreading it evenly over the bottom of the mold. Lightly salt and pepper the potatoes. Then pour some of the egg and milk mixture over this layer. Repeat the process until all the potatoes are laid out. Pour the sauce over each layer and season with spices.
  5. When all the layers of potatoes are laid out, sprinkle the casserole with grated cheese. It will give the casserole an appetizing crust and creamy flavor.
  6. Preheat the oven to 180°C and place the casserole dish in the oven. Bake the potato casserole for 40-45 minutes, until the potatoes are soft and the cheese is golden on the surface.
  7. Once the casserole is done, let it cool slightly for 5-10 minutes so it will “set” slightly and be easier to slice. Serve warm.

Tips & Tricks:

  • In addition to classic hard cheese, you can use mozzarella, parmesan, or cheese blends for a richer flavor.
  • You can add thin slices of onion or herbs to the classic potato casserole for flavor. Garlic or green onions are great.
  • If you want to make the dish even creamier, replace the milk with cream (or use them together as directed in the recipe).
  • If you want to add a meat ingredient, you can lay roasted minced meat or ham between the layers of potatoes.
  • It is best to use a ceramic or glass baking dish so that the casserole cooks evenly.

Why this dish is worth trying:

Potato casserole is a great way to feed your family or guests a delicious and hearty dish without spending a lot of time cooking. Simple ingredients available at any grocery store, combined with minimal effort, make this recipe perfect for dinner.

Potato casserole will appeal to adults and children alike, and the ability to vary the filling and toppings makes it versatile for any occasion!

Potato casserole in the oven

Potato casserole in the oven

Easy
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Hot dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg Potatoes
  • 200 ml Milk
  • 50 g Butter
  • 2 pcs. Eggs
  • 150 g Cheese grated – 150-200
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 100 ml Cream optional

Instructions
 

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin circles or plates (about 3-5 mm thick). To cook the potatoes evenly, try to cut the slices to the same thickness.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the milk and cream (if using). Add the butter and wait for it to melt completely. Lightly salt and pepper the sauce. When the mixture is smooth, remove the pan from the heat and let cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and gradually pour in the warm milk and butter sauce. Mix well so that the eggs are evenly distributed.
  • Take a baking dish and grease it with butter. Lay out the first layer of potatoes, spreading it evenly over the bottom of the mold. Lightly salt and pepper the potatoes. Then pour some of the egg and milk mixture over this layer. Repeat the process until all the potatoes are laid out. Pour the sauce over each layer and season with spices.
  • When all the layers of potatoes are laid out, sprinkle the casserole with grated cheese. It will give the casserole an appetizing crust and creamy flavor.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C and place the casserole dish in the oven. Bake the potato casserole for 40-45 minutes, until the potatoes are soft and the cheese is golden on the surface.
  • Once the casserole is done, let it cool slightly for 5-10 minutes so it will “set” slightly and be easier to slice. Serve warm.
Keyword Potato casserole

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