posted by Ivanka 08-20-98 11:31 AM
POTATO KUGEL
1/4 c. rendered chicken fat or vegetable oil;divided
1 c. chopped onions
1 c. chopped leeks
2 lb russet potatoes, peeled and grated coarsely
2 T. fresh parsley
4 eggs, beaten
salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 400.
Heat 2 T. of the fat in a skillet.
Add the onions and leeks and saute until golden.
Remove, cool slightly, and mix with the potatoes, parsley, and the eggs in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Place the remaining 2 T. of fat in the sides and bottom of a 13-by 8-inch casserole (or similar size) and bake for 50 minutes or until golden.
You may want to brush more oil on top of the kugel during baking. Makes 6 to 8 servings.