Brazilian recipe
Creamy Homemade Potato Gratin (Batata Gratinada)
A simple, irresistible, and creamy oven-baked potato gratin. This comforting Brazilian-style dish is perfect as a side for roasted meats or as a hearty vegetarian main course.
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Ingredients
5 large potatoes
3/4 cup milk
1 box (200g) heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
3/4 cup milk
1 box (200g) heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes are easily found at any local grocery store, market or roadside stand. The milk, heavy cream, butter, and all-purpose flour are standard dairy and pantry staples available in all supermarkets. For the mozzarella cheese, check the dairy section of your local supermarket; a standard mild mozzarella block is ideal to shred yourself for the best melt. Dried oregano is available in the spice aisle of any grocery store. If you are specifically looking for Brazilian-style ingredients, check the specialty or imported goods sections of major retailers, though the items here are common enough to be found locally without trouble.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into medium-thickness rounds
- Cook the potato slices in the microwave on high for about 7 minutes, or boil them in a pot of water on the stove until tender but still firm
- Season the boiled potatoes with salt to taste while they are still warm
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the dried oregano
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and flour until you have a smooth, lump-free consistency
- Pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the seasoned butter and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly
- Season the sauce with a pinch of salt, taking care to adjust if you've already salted the potatoes
- In a medium-sized baking dish, assemble the gratin by layering the potato slices and drizzling the creamy sauce between them
- Drizzle each layer of potatoes with a little of the oregano-infused melted butter
- Finish by topping the entire surface generously with the shredded mozzarella cheese
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and beautifully golden brown
Observations
Batata gratinada is a true staple of home cooking, cherished for its straightforward preparation and deeply comforting flavour. Featuring tender slices of potato smothered in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with bubbly, golden melted cheese, this dish is a go-to for family dinners or a fuss-free way to wow guests.
What makes this recipe a real winner is how quickly it comes together, and it's incredibly easy to tweak to your liking. Whether you serve it piping hot straight from the oven or enjoy it slightly cooled, this potato bake remains consistently delicious and versatile.
What makes this recipe a real winner is how quickly it comes together, and it's incredibly easy to tweak to your liking. Whether you serve it piping hot straight from the oven or enjoy it slightly cooled, this potato bake remains consistently delicious and versatile.
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