Italian Potato Casserole
Indulge in the rich and comforting layers of Italian Potato Casserole, a show-stopping dish that combines tender russet potatoes with savory marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan cheese. Seasoned with fragrant Italian herbs and a hint of garlic, this hearty casserole is baked to golden perfection, creating a bubbling, cheesy crust that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as a standout side for gatherings, it’s both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Garnished with fresh basil for a vibrant finishing touch, this Italian-inspired recipe is sure to become a household favorite. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, it delivers big on flavor while keeping weeknight cooking stress-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Russet potatoes
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Peel the russet potatoes and slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch thick) using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer.
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Place a layer of sliced potatoes on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping the slices.
Sprinkle a portion of the seasoning mixture over the potato layer. Follow with a drizzle of olive oil (about 1 tablespoon).
Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce over the potatoes, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Repeat the layering process (potatoes, seasoning, olive oil, marinara, cheeses) until you’ve used all the ingredients, finishing with a layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbling.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.3 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 5110 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.7 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.5 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.6 g | ||
| Protein | 126.6 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 2373 mg | 183% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 10407 mg | 221% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
