Italian Potato Casserole with Sweet Peppers
Description:
Looking for a make-ahead casserole that’s perfect for a festive buffet, especially around the Christmas season? Look no further than this Italian Potato Casserole with Sweet Peppers! The vibrant colors of the peppers shine through, adding a delightful visual appeal to your spread. For those who prefer a bit of crunch, consider lightly sautΓ©ing the peppers with the onion and mushrooms, though maintaining their crispiness adds a lovely texture contrast to the dish. With its flavorful combination, this casserole is sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 437.4
- Fat Content: 33.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 171.1mg
- Sodium Content: 384.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.6g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 12.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 potato
- 1 tablespoon lite olive oil
- 1/2 cup mushroom
- 1 green pepper
- 1 onion
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 3 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup tomatoes
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | After cooking the potatoes, let them stand for 5 minutes before slicing. |
| 2 | Place the sliced potatoes in a 9″ quiche dish or another ovenproof dish. |
| 3 | In a skillet, sautΓ© the onions and mushrooms until just soft. |
| 4 | In a bowl, beat together the egg, cream, salt, and pepper. |
| 5 | Cover the sliced potatoes with the peppers, mushrooms, onion, and half of the bacon. |
| 6 | Pour the beaten egg mixture over the layered ingredients. |
| 7 | Cover the dish with foil and bake at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for approximately 35 minutes. |
| 8 | Uncover the dish and add the remaining bacon. |
| 9 | Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, for about 10 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean. |
| 10 | Keep an eye on the bacon to ensure it doesn’t get too brown; if it starts to, loosely place foil over the top. |
| 11 | The casserole should have a nice golden color when done. |
Enjoy your delicious Italian Potato Casserole with Sweet Peppers! π₯π«
