Baked Sauerkraut and Potato Casserole with Cheddar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

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A layered casserole featuring tender potatoes, tangy sauerkraut, and melted cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection. This American-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, sauerkraut, sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 large, peeled and thinly sliced russet potatoes
2 cups, drained sauerkraut
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
3 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
to taste salt
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Step 3: Layer half of 3 large peeled and thinly sliced russet potatoes evenly in the baking dish. Spread 2 cups drained sauerkraut over the potatoes, followed by the sautéed onions and 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Add remaining potato slices on top, then pour 1 cup heavy cream evenly over the layers. Sprinkle 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, salt to taste, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme.
Step 5: Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and sprinkle remaining 3/4 cup cheddar cheese on top. Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Step 6: Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.