KUGELA

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"Ah, Kugela! The national dish of Lithuania! What celebration would be complete without it? Remember, Kugela is an art, not just a recipe. Experiment with ingredients and techniques to make your own Kugela statement. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, if you like."

Provided by SLColman

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb bacon, diced
1 large onion, grated
5 lbs russet potatoes, finely grated, and soaked in water
1/2 cup flour
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
6 eggs
salt and pepper
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, fry bacon pieces until crisp; remove to drain on paper towels.
  • Reserve half of bacon drippings, and set aside.
  • Return skillet to stove; stir onions, and cook until soft and translucent.
  • In a large bowl, stir together reserved drippings, bacon, onion, and potatoes.
  • Mix in flour, evaporated milk, and eggs.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour into baking dish.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until top is nicely brown, about 1 hour.
  • Cut into squares and serve with sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 167.6, Sodium 470.4, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 16.7

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