Lithuanian Kugela

Ingredients

• 1 pound bacon , diced
• 1 large onion , grated
• 5 pounds Russet potatoes , finely grated, and soaked in water
• 0.5 cups flour
• 1 can evaporated milk , 12 ounce
• 6 eggs
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium heat, fry bacon pieces until crisp; remove to paper towels. Reserve half of bacon drippings, and set aside. Return skillet to stove; stir onions, and cook until soft and translucent.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, stir together reserved drippings, bacon, onion, and potatoes. Mix in flour, evaporated milk, and eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Pour into baking dish, and bake in a preheated oven until top is nicely brown, about 1 hour. Cut into squares, and serve with sour cream, if desired.