Potato Casserole
Description:
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Potato Casserole, a cherished recipe passed down by my late mother-in-law, lovingly shared for you to savor and enjoy! This scrumptious dish serves as a perfect accompaniment to any meal, elevating your dining experience with its rich and comforting taste.
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Recipe Category:
Potato
Keywords:
Vegetable, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 264.9
- Fat Content: 12.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 22.7mg
- Sodium Content: 493.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.4g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 2.2g
- Protein Content: 8.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 500g | Potatoes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Margarine |
| 1 | Plain flour |
| 1/2 tsp | Dry mustard |
| 3/4 cup | Evaporated milk |
| 1/2 cup | Water |
| 1 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1 | Bacon |
| – | Crumbled stock cube |
| – | Breadcrumbs |
Instructions:
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Prepare Potatoes and Onion:
- Cook the potatoes and the onion, whole, either in the microwave or boiling water until just tender.
- Allow them to cool down.
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Slice Potatoes and Onion:
- Cut the potatoes and the onion into thick slices.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a microwave-proof jug or saucepan, melt margarine.
- Stir in plain flour and dry mustard.
- Add evaporated milk and water.
- Microwave for 3 minutes or simmer on heat for 3 minutes.
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Enhance Sauce:
- Add the crumbled stock cube and parmesan cheese to the sauce.
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Layer Casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
- In a casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes.
- Place the onion and chopped bacon on top of the potatoes.
- Spoon half of the prepared sauce over the layers.
- Add the remaining potatoes and top with the rest of the sauce.
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Final Touch:
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs and additional parmesan cheese over the casserole, if desired.
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Bake:
- Bake the casserole uncovered for 25 minutes at 200°C (392°F), until golden brown and bubbling.
Indulge in the delightful aroma and flavors of this Potato Casserole, serving it piping hot alongside your favorite mains for a memorable dining experience. Enjoy the love and tradition infused into each comforting bite! 🥔✨
