Potato casserole the easy way
4 servings
50 minutes
Potato casserole is a true embodiment of home comfort and the simplicity of Russian cuisine. A dish that warms the soul and brings back childhood memories when the aroma of baked potatoes and cheese filled the kitchen. Its flavor secret lies in the creamy mashed potatoes mixed with butter, sour cream, and spices, while the golden crust of melted cheddar adds an appetizing texture and rich taste. This versatile dish is perfect for family dinners or as a side to meat and vegetable dishes. The casserole is easy to prepare, but its rich flavor makes it an indispensable element of traditional Russian cuisine, where natural and hearty dishes are valued.
1
Peel the potatoes, boil until cooked, drain the water and place the potatoes in a bowl. Add oil, sour cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder to the slightly cooled potatoes and mash into a puree.
- Potato: 750 g
- Butter: 60 g
- Sour cream: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Ground dried garlic: 1 teaspoon
2
Add 150 grams of grated cheese and mix. Place the mixture in a heat-resistant dish and level it out. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Cheddar cheese: 200 g
- Cheddar cheese: 200 g
3
Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Let the casserole cool slightly in the dish and serve.