Meme'S Potato Kugel Recipe

Name: Meme'S Potato Kugel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed; 1 1/2 large onions, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 eggs, beaten; 2 tablespoons matzo meal; 1 pinch salt; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Place potatoes and 1 teaspoon salt into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, stir in garlic powder, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; mash potatoes until no lumps remain.
2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until golden and tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
3
Stir onions, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper into mashed potatoes. Cool.
4
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
5
Stir 4 eggs, matzo meal, and a pinch of salt into potato mixture. Spread potato mixture into prepared baking dish and brush top with beaten egg.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of the kugel comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

373

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed, and more.

Yes, Meme'S Potato Kugel falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Meme'S Potato Kugel

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Variations & substitutions

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