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YUM!!! German Potato Casserole RECIPE Inherited From My Grandmother

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German Potato Casserole

Cultural Context

Originating from Germany, Kartoffelauflauf is a comforting dish that showcases the versatility of potatoes, often enjoyed during family gatherings or festive occasions. Traditionally, it combines simple ingredients like potatoes, cream, and cheese, reflecting the hearty German cuisine. Today, variations abound globally, with many adding different meats or vegetables, making it a beloved casserole in various cultures.

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60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups potatoes
1 cup onions
1 cup cream
1 cup cheese
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley
4 oz bacon
1/2 cup milk
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons mustard
1 teaspoon thyme

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while adding flavor

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats with less saturated fat

1

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2

Peel and slice potatoes thinly.

3

Chop onions and garlic finely.

4

Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.

5

In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

6

In a bowl, mix cream, milk, mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

7

Layer half of the potatoes in a greased baking dish.

8

Spread half of the sautéed onions and bacon over the potatoes.

9

Pour half of the cream mixture over the layers.

10

Repeat with remaining potatoes, onions, bacon, and cream mixture.

11

Top with cheese and breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.

12

Dot with butter and sprinkle with thyme.

13

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

14

Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

KartoffelauflaufGerman Potato Bake
Local Name: Kartoffelauflauf

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