Onion Mushroom Potato Kugel: A savory and comforting casserole
Onion Mushroom Potato Kugel is a delectable and hearty dish that showcases the harmonious blend of classic flavors. This traditional Jewish casserole combines the earthy notes of mushrooms, the sweetness of onions, and the starchy goodness of potatoes, all bound together with a rich and creamy egg custard. Perfect for a variety of occasions, from family gatherings to holiday feasts, this versatile dish can be served as a main course or a delectable side. In this article, we will explore two variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist on the beloved Kugel. The first recipe stays true to the traditional flavors, while the second adds a touch of zesty Swiss cheese, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Both recipes promise an effortless preparation and a delightful culinary experience. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a journey of culinary delight as we delve into the art of crafting the perfect Onion Mushroom Potato Kugel.
POTATO KUGEL
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
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
OLD FASHIONED POTATO KUGEL
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
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
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
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.
POTATO KUGEL
The secret to keeping your potatoes their whitest is to switch back and forth when grating the potatoes and onion in your food processor or box grater. -Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, matzo meal, salt and pepper., In a food processor fitted with the grating attachment, alternately grate potatoes and onion. Add to egg mixture; toss to coat. In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until warmed. Stir into potato mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 40-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
WILD MUSHROOM-POTATO KUGEL
A truly lovely, earthy kugel from Jayne Cohen's wonderful cookbook, "The Gefilte Variations."
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Potato
Time 3h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Soak the mushrooms in two cups of hot water for one hour, until soft; strain through a sieve lined with paper towel or a coffee filter.
- Reserve the soaking liquid.
- Rinse the mushrooms, pat them dry and chop them coarsely.
- Heat the 4 tablespoons of oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onions and saute, stirring, until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer the onions to a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- In the same skillet, place the mushrooms, garlic and mushroom liquid.
- Cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the liquid evaporates.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Generously oil the bottom and sides of a heavy baking dish (a 13" x 9" lasagna pan for example) (an enamelled, cast iron pan works best).
- Grate the potatoes, transfer to a colander, rinse well, drain, and then squeeze out as much liquid as possible with your hands.
- Combine potatoes in a large bowl with the onions, eggs, and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper.
- Place the baking pan (empty) in the oven for a moment or two until the oil is just sizzling.
- Remove the pan from the oven and layer half the potato mixture in the pan.
- Spread the mushrooms over the potatoes, then add the remaining potato mixture, smoothing the top.
- Drizzle a little olive oil on the top and bake the kugel about 50 minutes, until the top is golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let stand, until it reaches room temperature, at least 30 minutes.
- Reheat 15 minutes at 350°F before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 46.3, Carbohydrate 52.3, Fiber 5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 8.1
Tips:
- Use a variety of onions. The different types of onions offer different flavors, so using a mix will add depth to your kugel.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the onions and mushrooms, make sure to give them plenty of space so they can brown properly.
- Cook the potatoes until they are tender. You want the potatoes to be soft enough to mash easily, but not so overcooked that they become mushy.
- Season the kugel generously. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Top the kugel with cheese. This will give it a golden brown crust and a cheesy flavor.
Conclusion:
Onion mushroom potato kugel is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, this kugel is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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