My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked Recipe

Craving a perfectly crispy, melt-in-your-mouth potato kugel? This smaller-batch recipe is ideal for families of 2-4, delivering a delightful Shabbat side dish (or two!). My perfected recipe, developed after countless trials, yields a tender interior with a gloriously dark, crunchy crust. A food processor makes preparation a breeze, resulting in a kugel so delicious, you'll want seconds (and thirds!). Perfect for Shabbat dinners or any weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 140.2 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked

1 teaspoon salt
White Pepper
Idaho Potatoes
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Cooking Oil
Nonstick Cooking Spray

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How to Make My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch baking dish.
In a food processor, combine potatoes, onion, eggs, matzah meal, oil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Process until well combined but still slightly chunky.
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly.
Bake for 70 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked?

My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked?

My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked has approximately 140.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked?

The key ingredients for My Favorite Basic Potato Kugel Baked are Salt, White Pepper, Idaho Potatoes, Eggs, Cooking Oil, Nonstick Cooking Spray. See the full list with measurements above.