Quick and Easy Cheesy Potato Bake

 

Ingredients

• 1 kg potatoes, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• Parsley, finely chopped
• 4 eggs
• 200 ml (1 glass) kefir or yogurt
• Cheese (any type of your choice), grated
• Salt, black pepper, chili flakes to taste
• Cooking oil

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Grease the baking dish with a little oil to prevent sticking.

Prepare the Potatoes:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin slices.
2. Place the slices in a large bowl of cold water to prevent them from turning brown while you prepare the other ingredients.

Fry the Vegetables:

1. Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
3. Set aside to cool slightly.

Mix Eggs and Kefir:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and mix with kefir or yogurt.
2. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.

Assemble the Casserole:

1. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a tea towel.
2. Place half of the potato slices at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
3. Layer the sautéed vegetables over the potatoes, then place the remaining potato slices on top.

Add the Egg and Cheese Mixture:

1. Pour the egg-kefir mixture evenly over the potatoes, making sure it seeps into the layers.
2. Sprinkle the grated cheese generously on top.

Bake the Casserole:

1. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

Garnish and Serve:

1. After baking, let the casserole cool slightly.
2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh touch and serve warm.