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A variety of potato dishes, including latkes, for a traditional Passover meal.

Passover: Can Jews Eat Potatoes? Recipes and Tips


  • Author: Louisa

Description

Recipe 1: Classic Potato Kugel

Classic Potato Kugel is a comforting, savory dish with crispy edges and a tender interior, often served during Jewish holidays like Passover. It is made from grated potatoes, onions, and eggs, and baked to perfection.

Recipe 2: Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Mashed Potatoes are creamy and rich, with the perfect blend of garlic flavor. This dish is a crowd-pleaser, offering a smooth and velvety texture to complement any main course

Recipe 3: Herb-Roasted Potatoes

Herb-Roasted Potatoes are crispy, golden, and full of flavor, thanks to the perfect combination of rosemary and thyme. They are roasted to perfection, making them a delightful side dish for any meal.


Ingredients

Scale

Classic Potato Kugel:

  • 4 large potatoes (peeled and grated)
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ cup olive oil or melted chicken fat (schmaltz)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

  • 5 large potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • ¼ cup olive oil or kosher-for-Passover butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth (kosher for Passover)

Herb-Roasted Potatoes:

  • 2 lbs baby potatoes (cut into halves or quarters)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Classic Potato Kugel:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grate the potatoes and onion, then squeeze out excess liquid using a cheesecloth or towel.
  3. In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, onions, eggs, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Grease a baking dish and pour the mixture into it.
  5. Bake for 60 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on top.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

  1. Boil the diced potatoes and garlic cloves in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes).
  2. Drain the potatoes and garlic, then return them to the pot.
  3. Mash the potatoes and garlic with olive oil or butter until smooth.
  4. Stir in the broth, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve hot with additional olive oil or chopped parsley for garnish.

Herb-Roasted Potatoes:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Spread the potatoes evenly on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • Classic Potato Kugel: Can add matzo meal for texture, but make sure it’s kosher for Passover.
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Can substitute dairy-free butter for a non-dairy option.
  • Herb-Roasted Potatoes: Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor.

Details:

Detail Classic Potato Kugel Garlic Mashed Potatoes Herb-Roasted Potatoes
Prep Time 10 minutes 10 minutes 10 minutes
Cook Time 60 minutes 20 minutes 35 minutes
Total Time 70 minutes 30 minutes 45 minutes
Yield 4 servings 4 servings 4 servings
Category Side Dish Side Dish Side Dish
Method Baking Boiling, Mashing Roasting
Cuisine Jewish, Kosher Jewish, Kosher Jewish, Kosher
Diet Kosher for Passover Kosher for Passover Kosher for Passover

Nutrition (per serving):

Nutrient Classic Potato Kugel Garlic Mashed Potatoes Herb-Roasted Potatoes
Serving Size 1/4 of recipe 1 serving 1 serving
Calories 210 200 180
Sugar 2g 1g 1g
Sodium 380mg 210mg 250mg
Fat 12g 10g 8g
Saturated Fat 2g 1g 1g
Unsaturated Fat 7g 6g 5g
Trans Fat 0g 0g 0g
Carbohydrates 22g 24g 25g
Fiber 2g 3g 3g
Protein 4g 3g 4g
Cholesterol 30mg 0mg 0mg