Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Potato Gratin (Batata gratinada)
A simple and delicious oven-baked potato gratin that is creamy and impossible to resist. The perfect side dish for meats or a comforting vegetarian main.
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Ingredients
5 large potatoes
3/4 cup whole milk
1 pack (200g) table cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g grated mozzarella cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
3/4 cup whole milk
1 pack (200g) table cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g grated mozzarella cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find potatoes and pantry staples like flour, butter, and dried herbs at local markets or neighborhood grocery stores. For the mozzarella cheese and table cream, check the refrigerated dairy sections of larger supermarkets in Banjul or major retail outlets.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into medium-thickness rounds.
- Partially cook the potato slices in the microwave on high power for about 7 minutes, or simmer in boiling water on the stove until tender but still firm.
- Season the potatoes with salt during the cooking process if you prefer.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the oregano.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, table cream, and flour until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the butter and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season the sauce with salt to taste, remembering to adjust according to how much salt was added to the potatoes.
- In a medium-sized baking dish, assemble the gratin by layering the potato slices and the creamy sauce.
- Drizzle each layer of potatoes with a little of the oregano-infused melted butter.
- Finish by spreading the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the top surface.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and perfectly gratinéed.
Observations
Potato gratin is a staple of home-cooked comfort food, cherished for its simplicity and rich, savory profile. Made with tender potato slices and a smooth, creamy sauce, then finished with a bubbling layer of melted cheese, this dish is a go-to for family dinners or when entertaining guests.
One of the best things about this recipe is its straightforward preparation. It is incredibly adaptable to your personal taste, and whether served piping hot straight from the oven or enjoyed at a slightly lower temperature, the texture remains consistently delicious and versatile.
One of the best things about this recipe is its straightforward preparation. It is incredibly adaptable to your personal taste, and whether served piping hot straight from the oven or enjoyed at a slightly lower temperature, the texture remains consistently delicious and versatile.
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