Brazilian recipe
Creamy baked potato mash with parmesan (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)
Discover how to whip up a velvety, oven-baked potato mash. This classic Brazilian staple features a rich, cheesy texture and a golden, gratinated finish that makes for the perfect family-style side dish.
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Ingredients
2 cups requeijão
1/2 kg potatoes
300 g grated parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
1/2 kg potatoes
300 g grated parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
Where to find ingredients
Find requeijão at specialty Brazilian grocers or well-stocked independent delis; substitute with high-quality cream cheese if unavailable. Potatoes and parmesan can be found in the produce and dairy aisles of any major supermarket like Woolworths or Coles.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then pass them through a potato ricer while still hot.
- In a large bowl, mix the riced potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Grease a baking dish with margarine and spread the potato mixture evenly, topping it with the remaining parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and turned a nice golden brown.
Observations
This oven-baked potato mash is a foolproof crowd-pleaser. The combination of requeijão—a velvety Brazilian creamy cheese—and potatoes creates an irresistibly smooth texture, while the parmesan topping develops a delicious, golden crust in the oven. Pro tip: ensure your potatoes are cooked through until tender so you can mash them into a perfectly lump-free consistency.
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