Potato casserole with bacon

4 servings

60 minutes

Potato casserole with bacon is a cozy, homemade dish of Russian cuisine where simple ingredients blend in harmony of flavors. Creamy mashed potatoes enriched with the aroma of fried garlic and onions are complemented by crispy bacon and savory parmesan. The casserole develops a golden crust and a rich, enveloping taste. This dish is perfect for family dinners and gatherings with friends, providing warmth and richness with every bite. Due to its heartiness and rich flavor, the casserole is an excellent choice for both everyday menus and festive tables. It combines the tenderness of potatoes, the richness of cream, and the appetizing aroma of bacon to create an irresistible symphony of flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 734.5
• Proteins: 27.5g
• Fats: 46.3g
• Carbohydrates: 54.6g

Ingredients

• Potato: 1 kg
• Cream 35%: 100 ml
• Bacon: 300 g
• Onion: 2 head
• Garlic: 4 clove
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 40 g
• Salt: to taste
• Butter: to taste
• Ground white pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel the potatoes and boil for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 1 kg

2. Mash the cooked potatoes into puree, adding cream. Season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 35%: 100 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground white pepper:  to taste

3. Fry finely chopped garlic and onion in butter until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 4 cloves
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Butter:  to taste

4. In another pan, fry the finely chopped bacon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 300 g

5. Mix the puree, 250 grams of bacon, and onion (set aside 50 grams of fried bacon).

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 300 g
   • Onion: 2 heads

6. Place in molds, sprinkle with parmesan, and bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 40 g

7. Garnish the finished dish with the remaining bacon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 300 g