Potato casserole
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Here's the paradox: this simple potato casserole contains no complicated or fancy ingredients and no meat (although, of course, you can add ground meat or mushrooms if you like—but it's not necessary). Yet almost everyone loves this dish. Well, I know exactly why this casserole is so universally adored. Everyone who has ever tasted it knows why :) Even though it's made simply from potatoes, onions, sour cream, and cheese, the potato casserole turns out incredibly delicious—even without any additional ingredients. It's a tasty, budget-friendly, and easy-to-make family meal that both children and adults will enjoy. Great, isn't it? :) In that case—read on and remember: serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preparing a potato casserole is very easy. First, boil the potatoes in their skins until fully cooked, then cool, peel, and slice into rounds about 0.5 cm thick.
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Step 2
Chop the onion and sauté in vegetable oil until translucent. If you like the onion to be noticeable in the casserole, slice it into half-rings; if you don't, chop it finely.
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Step 3
Grease a baking dish with oil, then layer boiled potatoes in it, followed by a layer of sautéed onions. Spread sour cream over the layers and repeat. If desired, you can add sautéed mushrooms or ground meat to the potato casserole.
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Step 4
Alternate layers until all ingredients are used up. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle grated cheese on top.
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Step 5
Place in an oven preheated to 180 degrees and bake for 30–35 minutes until fully cooked. Serve hot. Potato casserole is ready!