Polish Potato Babka Delight (Print Format)
A comforting baked potato dish with crispy bacon, onions, and aromatic spices.
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 -
3 lb potatoes, peeled and grated
02 -
2 large onions, grated
→ Meat
03 -
8 oz bacon, chopped
→ Dairy & Eggs
04 -
3 large eggs
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1/2 cup yogurt
06 -
2 tbsp butter, for greasing
→ Dry Ingredients & Seasonings
07 -
1/4 cup potato starch
08 -
1 tsp dried marjoram
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a baking dish with butter.
02 -
Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
03 -
Grate the potatoes and onions using a fine grater. Place them in a large bowl and firmly squeeze out all excess liquid.
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Add the cooked bacon, eggs, potato starch, yogurt, dried marjoram, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the grated potatoes and onions. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Bake for 1 hour or until the top turns golden brown and crispy.
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Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by sour cream or additional yogurt.
# Tips:
01 -
For a vegetarian variation, omit bacon and substitute with sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Adjust seasoning to taste.