Passover Potato Pie
A quick and easy Passover potato pie with a crispy, golden crust and a flavorful herbed potato filling, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Dish – 9x13 inch for even baking
- 1 Box Grater for grating potatoes
- 1 Mixing Bowl for combining ingredients
- 1 Oven preheated to 375°F
- 1 spoon for stirring and spreading the mixture
- 1 Knife for testing doneness
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes grated and drained soak briefly in cold water then pat dry
- 1/2 cup matzo meal acts as a binding agent
- 3 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1/2 tsp onion powder optional
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs parsley, dill, thyme optional
- 2 tbsp olive oil for mixing and brushing the crust
- Optional 1/2 cup grated cheese for a cheesy variation
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes. Grate the potatoes using a box grater. Immediately place the grated potatoes in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning, then drain thoroughly and pat dry.4 large Russet potatoes, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 2 tbsp olive oil
- Mix the Ingredients. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes with matzo meal, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chopped fresh herbs. Stir gently until the mixture is well combined.4 large Russet potatoes, 1/2 cup matzo meal, 3 large eggs, 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs parsley, dill, thyme, Optional 1/2 cup grated cheese, 1 tsp salt
- Assemble the Pie. Transfer the mixed potato mixture into the greased baking dish. Use a spoon to spread and press the mixture evenly into a compact layer.
- Preheat the Oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking of the pie.
- Bake the Pie. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes until the crust is golden and crispy.
- Check for Doneness. Insert a knife into the center of the pie to test for doneness; the knife should come out clean when the pie is fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve. Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to set and the pie to firm up before serving.
Notes
Ensure the grated potatoes are well-drained to prevent a soggy pie.
Customize the recipe by adding optional grated cheese or sour cream for extra richness.
This dish is ideal for Passover celebrations and can be served as a hearty side or a light main course.
Customize the recipe by adding optional grated cheese or sour cream for extra richness.
This dish is ideal for Passover celebrations and can be served as a hearty side or a light main course.