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Creamy baked mashed potato gratin (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)

Discover how to whip up a velvety, oven-baked mashed potato gratin. A classic Brazilian staple that brings ultimate comfort and flavor to any family meal.

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Creamy baked mashed potato gratin (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)

Ingredients

2 cups requeijão
1/2 kg potatoes
300 g grated Parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing

Where to find ingredients

Find potatoes and Parmesan in the produce or dairy sections of local supermarkets. Requeijão can typically be found in the imported goods aisle or specialty stores that stock Brazilian pantry staples.

Preparation method

  1. Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then pass them through a potato ricer or masher while still hot.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  3. Grease a baking dish with margarine and spread the potato mixture evenly, topping it off with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and turned golden brown.

Observations

This oven-baked mashed potato gratin is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish. The blend of rich requeijão and potatoes creates a silky, irresistible texture, while a generous layer of Parmesan forms a delicious golden crust under the broiler. Pro tip: ensure your potatoes are thoroughly cooked before mashing to achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency.
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Step 1

Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then pass them through a potato ricer or masher while still hot.

Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then pass them through a potato ricer or masher while still hot.
Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Step 3

Grease a baking dish with margarine and spread the potato mixture evenly, topping it off with the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Grease a baking dish with margarine and spread the potato mixture evenly, topping it off with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
Step 4

Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and turned golden brown.

Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and turned golden brown.
Final result

Creamy baked mashed potato gratin (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)

Creamy baked mashed potato gratin (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)

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