๐Ÿฒ Rakott Krumpli (A Hungarian Casserole) ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บโœจ

Rakott Krumpli is a comforting, classic Hungarian layered potato casserole made with potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, Hungarian sausage, and creamy sour cream. Itโ€™s simple, hearty, and perfect for family dinners.


๐Ÿ“ Ingredients (Serves 6โ€“8)

  • 2 lbs (1 kg) potatoes
  • 5 large eggs
  • 12 oz (350 g) Hungarian smoked sausage (Kolbรกsz), sliced
  • 2 cups (450 g) sour cream
  • 2 tbsp butter (for greasing + dotting top)
  • Salt, to taste
  • ยฝ tsp black pepper
  • ยฝ tsp paprika (optional, but traditional ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ)

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ Instructions

  1. Boil the Potatoes
    Wash potatoes and boil them whole (with skin) in salted water until fork-tender (about 20โ€“25 minutes). Let cool, peel, and slice into rounds.
  2. Boil the Eggs
    Hard-boil eggs (10 minutes), cool, peel, and slice.
  3. Preheat Oven
    Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  4. Layer the Casserole
    • Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom.
    • Add half of the sliced eggs.
    • Add half of the sausage slices.
    • Spread sour cream generously on top.
    • Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
    Repeat layers once more.
  5. Finish & Bake
    Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
    Bake for 35โ€“45 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
  6. Rest & Serve
    Let rest 10โ€“15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

๐Ÿ’ก Tips

  • For extra richness, mix a spoonful of sour cream with a little milk before spreading.
  • Some families add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top for a crisp finish.
  • Best served with a simple cucumber salad or pickles.

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