Best 7 Easy German Potato Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Germany with this tantalizing dish that showcases the best of their potato-centric cuisine. The German potato casserole, also known as Kartoffelauflauf, is a delectable symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your palate from the very first bite. Originating in the heart of Germany, this casserole boasts a rich history and is a staple dish in many households. With its golden-brown crust, creamy interior, and aromatic medley of herbs and spices, the German potato casserole promises a feast for the senses. Join us as we delve into the delectable world of this culinary masterpiece, exploring its rich history, uncovering its secrets, and presenting you with a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that will turn you into a pro in no time. From classic to modern interpretations, discover the versatility of German potato casserole and find your perfect recipe among our curated selection.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GERMAN SAUERKRAUT AND POTATO CASSEROLE



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The is a German casserole recipe made vegetarian given to me by my good German friend, Nicola Wieland. I'm thankful she took the time to translate this recipe for me. Enjoy!

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 ounces sauerkraut, canned
800 g potatoes
1 (12 1/2 ounce) can vegetarian sausages (you can also use a larger can if you want more sausage in the casserole)
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon cumin
salt, to taste
3 1/2 ounces sour cream

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes with the skins on them until they are cooked, but not too soft (maybe about 10-15 minutes).
  • Skin the potatoes and cut in slices.
  • Cut the sausages in long slices.
  • In a pan heat the oil and cook the onion a few minutes, then add sauerkraut and seasoning. Saute for a couple more minutes then set aside.
  • Spray 8x8 cooking dish with cooking spray and lay in alternating layers the potatoes, then sausages, then sourkraut.
  • In a small bowl whip the sour cream with salt according to your taste and then pour/spread over the top.
  • Bake it in the oven at medium heat for around a 1/2 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.2, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 1518, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 5.9, Protein 22.6

GERMAN POTATO AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



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This is right up our alley, and I'll be making it tomorrow. Our daughter will not be happy, but alas, she can always eat something else! I will only drain the saurkraut, and not rinse it, as we love the taste. I used fat-free half-and-half. Yummy! From Pillsbury's "C'mon Over!" cookbook.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Oven

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (28 ounce) bag o'brien frozen potatoes, with peppers and onions
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of potato soup
1 1/3 cups half-and-half
paprika
1 lb kielbasa (I use turkey lielbasa for less fat.) or 1 lb Polish sausage, cut into 6 pieces (I use turkey lielbasa for less fat.)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F Spray 9X13 glass baking dish with cooking spray. In baking dish mix potatoes and sauerkraut.
  • In medium bowl, mix soup and half-and-half. Stir soup mixture into potato mixture; mix well. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake 20 minutes. Arrange sausage pieces over potato mixture, pressing lightly into mixture. Bake 25 to 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 72.3, Sodium 1454.2, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.6

GERMAN POTATO AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



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Bake this delicious kielbasa and sauerkraut combined with potato soup to make a hearty dinner - perfect for German cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bag (28 oz) frozen potatoes O'Brien with onions and peppers, thawed
1 can (14 oz) sauerkraut, drained, rinsed
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of potato soup
1 1/3 cups half-and-half
Paprika
1 lb cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 6 pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In baking dish, mix potatoes and sauerkraut.
  • In medium bowl, mix soup and half-and-half. Stir soup mixture into potato mixture; mix well. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake 20 minutes. Arrange sausage pieces over potato mixture, pressing lightly into mixture. Bake 25 to 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1510 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

GERMAN POTATO CASSEROLE



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I bring this dish to an annual Oktoberfest party. Everyone likes it, which ensures our invitation back year after year. There are never any leftovers to bring home. -Dara Luburgh, Sparta, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound sliced bacon, diced
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain., In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings., In a large bowl, gently toss the potatoes, bacon, eggs, onion, salt and pepper. Combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and reserved bacon drippings; add to potato mixture and toss to coat., Divide half of the mixture between one greased 13x9-in. baking dish and one 9-in. square baking dish. Top with half of the cheese cubes. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 587mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

HOT GERMAN POTATO SALAD CASSEROLE



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Passed down from my German/Dutch Grandmother. A hot potato salad with bacon, cheese and a creamy/vinegar sauce makes this a wonderful dish to serve with bratwurst on a cold fall day in Deutschland or wherever you might be. I usually double the bacon and sauce to make this extra flavorful.

Provided by LizgraEva

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     German Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups cubed potatoes
6 slices bacon
1 cup diced celery
3 green onions, diced
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring potatoes to a boil in a large pot of salted water. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; transfer potatoes to a large baking dish.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels; crumble and sprinkle over potatoes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir celery and green onion until celery is tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables to baking dish.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth. Pour mixture over potatoes and stir until well mixed. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted, 20 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 30.9 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 667.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GERMAN POTATO BAKE



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Make and share this German Potato Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 slices bacon, crisply cooked & crumbled
4 cups potatoes, cubed (3 potatoes)
1/2 lb Velveeta cheese
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 -4 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup sour cream (2 oz)
3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
paprika, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Melt cheese and butter together over low heat with cream; then add half of bacon and onions.
  • Add all Miracle Whip and sour cream.
  • Gently fold in potatoes and spoon into a greased casserole dish.
  • Top with remaining bacon, onions and spices (spices may be mixed in with the cheese if desired).
  • Bake for about 55 minutes.

OKTOBERFEST CASSEROLE



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In northeastern Ohio, we love German flavors. This delicious casserole is a trifecta mashup of my favorite dishes. It combines the flavors of classic cheesy hash brown casserole with bratwursts and sauerkraut, pretzels and beer cheese. It takes less than 10 minutes to mix and takes only one bowl. It's sure to please everyone any time of the year. —Sarah Markley, Ashland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 cup beer or chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 package (14 ounces) fully cooked bratwurst links, chopped
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups pretzel pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk soup, beer and sour cream until combined. Stir in potatoes, sauerkraut, cheese and chopped bratwurst. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake for 45 minutes., Uncover; bake 30 minutes. Top with pretzel pieces. Bake until bubbly and heated through, 12-15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before serving., Freeze option: Freeze cooled potato mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 884mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the casserole extra crispy, use a combination of melted butter and olive oil to grease the baking dish. This will help the potatoes to brown and crisp up nicely.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the casserole will be slightly less rich and creamy.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked bacon or sausage. Just be sure to brown it before adding it to the casserole.
  • Serve the casserole hot, garnished with chopped parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Easy German potato casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Give it a try and see for yourself how delicious it is!

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