Brazilian recipe
Creamy baked mashed potato gratin (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)
Discover how to whip up a rich, velvety mashed potato bake finished with a golden, cheesy crust. A classic staple for any family Sunday lunch.
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Ingredients
2 cups requeijão
1/2 kg potatoes
300g grated Parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
1/2 kg potatoes
300g grated Parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh produce and dairy at local supermarkets or open-air markets. Requeijão can be found in the international or specialty cheese aisle. If unavailable, a high-fat cream cheese or thick sour cream can act as a substitute for texture, though requeijão is ideal for the authentic flavor.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then press them through a potato ricer while they are still hot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Grease a baking dish with margarine, spread the potato mixture, and top evenly with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted completely and turned golden brown.
Observations
This baked mashed potato gratin is a fail-safe side dish that always hits the mark. Mixing in the requeijão gives the potatoes an incredibly luxurious texture, while the layer of Parmesan creates a delicious, crispy golden top in the oven. Pro tip: make sure to boil the potatoes thoroughly until tender and mash them while still hot to ensure a perfectly smooth, lump-free consistency.
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