Hungarian layered potato casserole🇭🇺

Here’s a classic and hearty Hungarian comfort dish:

🇭🇺 Hungarian Layered Potato Casserole (Rakott Krumpli)

This creamy, savory casserole—Rakott Krumpli—is a beloved staple in Hungarian households. It’s made with layers of boiled potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, smoked sausage, and sour cream, baked until golden and bubbling.


🍽️ Servings: 6

⏱️ Prep Time: 20 min (plus boiling)

🔥 Cook Time: 35–40 min


🧾 Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs (900 g) starchy potatoes (Yukon Gold or similar)
  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
  • 8 oz (200–250 g) smoked sausage (like Hungarian kolbász or kielbasa), sliced
  • 1½ cups (350 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: grated cheese (not traditional, but delicious)
  • Optional topping: breadcrumbs for crunch