Best 6 Mirjs Potato Kugel Recipes

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**Mirjs' Potato Kugel: A Culinary Journey Through Ashkenazi Jewish Cuisine**

Mirjs' Potato Kugel is a delectable dish that epitomizes Ashkenazi Jewish culinary traditions. This savory casserole, crafted with tender potatoes, aromatic onions, and a medley of eggs and spices, embodies the essence of Jewish home cooking. Our comprehensive guide presents three enticing variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique flavor profile and catering to diverse preferences.

1. **Traditional Potato Kugel:** Embark on a culinary journey with our traditional potato kugel recipe, which stays true to its classic roots. This timeless dish features a harmonious blend of grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and a symphony of seasonings, resulting in a golden-brown crust and a soft, comforting interior.

2. **Sweet Potato Kugel:** Experience a delightful twist with our sweet potato kugel recipe, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This innovative rendition substitutes sweet potatoes for russet potatoes, introducing a vibrant orange hue and a naturally sweet undertone. Perfectly balanced with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg, this kugel is a symphony of flavors.

3. **Cheesy Potato Kugel:** Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our cheesy potato kugel recipe, a symphony of cheesy goodness. This elevated version incorporates a generous amount of grated cheddar cheese, creating a gooey, irresistible center that pairs perfectly with the crispy potato exterior. Prepare to be captivated by its rich, flavorful layers.

Whether you seek a traditional culinary experience or crave innovative flavor combinations, our trio of potato kugel recipes promises to satisfy your cravings. Join us on this culinary adventure and discover the diverse delights of this iconic Jewish dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

OLD FASHIONED POTATO KUGEL



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I got this recipe from a British grandmother. It is hands-down the best potato kugel my family (and most of my guests) ever tasted. It's fabulous served hot with sour cream. It's also incredible put in a cholent overnight.

Provided by basg101

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
10 potatoes, peeled and grated
2 onions, peeled and grated
5 eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  • Combine the potatoes and onions in a large bowl. Mix in the eggs, 1/3 cup of vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and crisp, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 38.8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 214.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

POTATO KUGEL



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Take a healthy hashbrown, plump it up with more potatoes and a few eggs, and slowly bake it for a couple hours and you'll get this potato kugel. Its crunchy top gives way to a super-soft, almost mashed-potato center, and the soft aroma of onion will fill your kitchen.

Provided by Francis Lam

Time 2h30m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds russet potatoes
3 eggs
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion
6 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing pan
1/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350, with a heavy 9-by-9-inch baking pan or 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside.
  • Peel the potatoes, and place them in a bowl of water. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the salt and pepper until well combined.
  • Using a food processor fitted with the grating plate, grate the onion. Drain the potatoes, then grate them. Quickly add the potatoes and onions to the eggs, and add the oil, flour and baking powder. Mix well. (You can also grate by hand; if you do so, grate the potatoes directly into the eggs and oil, and stir them frequently to coat. This helps slow their browning while you keep grating.)
  • Remove the pan from the oven, and slick it with oil. Carefully but quickly add the potato mixture, smoothing it out so that it is as even as possible. Bake for 2 hours, or until the kugel is creamy in the center and the whole top is a rich, crunchy brown.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 502 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POTATO KUGEL



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Kugel is a traditional Jewish dish often served at holidays. At Passover, a savory potato kugel is most common-a noodle kugel isn't allowed because pasta isn't kosher for Passover. This recipe hits all the traditional notes using schmaltz (chicken fat) to cook the onions and a dairy-free egg custard to hold the kugel all together. But instead of shredding all the potatoes I use frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, which are a great shortcut when you've got a whole dinner to make!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons schmaltz (chicken fat) or olive oil
2 small onions, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 sprigs thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 pounds frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 bunch chives, chopped (1/4 cup), plus more for serving
6 large eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the schmaltz (or heat the oil) in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, thyme and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Discard the thyme sprigs and transfer the onions to a large bowl; add the potatoes and chives. Gently stir the mixture together.
  • Whisk the eggs and salt in a medium bowl. Pour evenly over the potato mixture and fold in to combine. Spread and press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake until the kugel is set and you see the sides become a deep golden brown through the glass baking dish, 40 to 50 minutes. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle each portion with more chives.

SWISS POTATO KUGEL



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I've enjoyed cooking and baking ever since I was small. I'd rather read a cookbook than a best-selling novel. I thoroughly enjoy planning a sumptuous dinner for my family. We have a daughter who loves potatoes of any kind. I believe she could eat this dish and pass over all the other goodies on the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups shredded or diced cooked peeled potatoes (about 4 medium)
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 large eggs
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
Tomato slices and fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add potatoes. Toss cheese with flour, salt and pepper; add to skillet and blend well. In a small bowl, combine the eggs and cream. Stir in the potato mixture. Spoon into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes; cut into squares. Garnish with tomato and thyme if desired.

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CRISPY POTATO KUGEL



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At its core, kugel is a casserole. It comes in both savory and sweet varieties, often made with egg noodles and vaguely sweetened. This version, made with potatoes, is decidedly salty and savory, with onions in the mixture and chives to finish. It can best be described as something between a Spanish tortilla and a giant latke; the potatoes are shredded, not sliced, there are eggs but no flour, and it's got crispy edges and a creamy interior. Sounds dreamy, doesn't it? The most annoying parts of this kugel are also the most important: grating the potatoes (I use a box grater, but you can use a food processor with the shredding blade) and wringing out their moisture. For that, I use my hands and a colander or strainer to save a kitchen towel or a cheesecloth, but you can use those, if you like. Traditionally made in a casserole-style baking dish, this kugel starts off in a cast-iron skillet, but a stainless-steel skillet would do the job, and honestly so would a baking dish, just know you may be sacrificing that crunchy underside.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds russet potatoes (about 5 to 7 potatoes), peeled
1 large yellow onion
6 large eggs
10 tablespoons chicken fat, melted, or use vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped chives, for serving
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Using a box grater or the shredding attachment on the food processor, grate the potatoes and onion into a colander fitted inside a large bowl (or in the sink).
  • Using your hands and working with a bit at a time, squeeze as much water from the potatoes and onions as humanly possible and transfer the dry potatoes to a large bowl (you can use that same bowl, just make sure it's drained and dry). For added insurance, you can also do this with cheesecloth or a porous kitchen towel, if you like.
  • Add eggs and 6 tablespoons chicken fat to the potatoes, and season with salt and plenty of pepper, mixing well. Heat another 2 tablespoons fat in a 9- or 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high. (This recipe will work in a 9- or 10-inch skillet, but the kugel will be slightly taller in a 9-inch.) Delicately place the potato mixture into the skillet, taking care not to pack it in tightly. (You want to keep the kugel light and airy.)
  • Cook the potatoes, rotating the skillet occasionally to promote even browning, until it's golden brown on the edges and up the sides, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Drizzle the top of the potatoes with the remaining 2 tablespoons fat and place in the oven. Bake until the top of the kugel is deeply golden brown, the edges are wispy and crispy, and the potatoes are completely and totally tender and cooked through, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and top with more pepper, chives and flaky sea salt. Slice and serve warm.

MRS. FEINBERG'S VEGETABLE KUGEL



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Joan Nathan, author of "Jewish Cooking in America" and "The Jewish Holiday Kitchen," shares her recipe for vegetable kugel, one of her most popular Passover dishes. Serve it as an entree or a side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Yield Makes 9 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup pareve margarine, melted and cooled, plus more for muffin tin
1 cup unpeeled, grated Granny Smith apple (1 medium apple)
1 cup peeled, grated sweet potato (1 small potato)
1 cup peeled, grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
1 cup matzo meal
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Lightly brush muffin tins with margarine. Set aside. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup margarine, apple, sweet potato, carrot, matzo meal, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Stir to combine. Divide mixture evenly between nine of the prepared muffin tins (three will be left empty).
  • Cover with parchment paper and aluminum foil. Bake 30 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 350 degrees, remove paper and foil, and continue baking until firm and dark golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are best for kugel because they are starchy and hold their shape well.
  • Grate the potatoes finely: This will help them cook evenly and create a smooth texture.
  • Season the potatoes well: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
  • Use a generous amount of fat: Butter, oil, or schmaltz will help the kugel brown and crispy.
  • Bake the kugel until it is golden brown and crispy on top: This usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Let the kugel cool slightly before serving: This will help it set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Mirjs' Potato Kugel is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and it can be served with a variety of main courses. Whether you are a fan of traditional Jewish cuisine or simply looking for a new and exciting potato dish, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying side dish, give Mirjs' Potato Kugel a try.

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