Brazilian recipe
Quick and Delicious Homemade Baked Potatoes
Traditional Brazilian baked potato recipe with cheese and ham. Easy to make, perfect for a practical and tasty lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
200 g cheese
200 g ham
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes
Chopped olives to taste
Oregano to taste
1 can tomato sauce
200 g cheese
200 g ham
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes
Chopped olives to taste
Oregano to taste
1 can tomato sauce
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, onions, tomatoes, olives, and oregano are widely available in the produce section of most supermarkets. Ham and cheese can be found at the deli counter or pre-packaged in the dairy or deli section of supermarkets. Canned tomato sauce is a pantry staple found in the canned goods aisle of any supermarket. For a more authentic Brazilian flavor, look for specific types of cheese like 'queijo prato' or 'queijo minas' at Latin or Brazilian specialty stores, or sometimes in the international foods section of larger supermarkets. If unavailable, a good quality mild cheddar or Monterey Jack can be substituted for 'queijo prato', and a mild, non-smoky fresh cheese like mozzarella can be substituted for 'queijo minas'.
Preparation method
- Cut the potatoes into medium cubes and cook in boiling water until tender, but not mushy
- Drain the potatoes and slice them into rounds
- In a pan, sauté the sliced onions until golden
- Add the tomato sauce, sliced tomatoes, chopped olives, and oregano to the sautéed onions
- Cook for a few minutes
- In a baking dish, layer the ingredients: start with a layer of ham, followed by a layer of cheese
- Add a layer of the prepared sauce, and then a layer of potato slices
- Repeat the layers of ham, cheese, sauce, and potato until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top for browning
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until the cheese is melted and golden
- Remove from the oven and serve hot
Observations
Baked potatoes are a comforting and versatile dish, very popular in Brazilian cuisine. Its preparation combines the tenderness of potatoes with layers of melted cheese, ham, and a flavorful sauce, resulting in a complete and easily digestible meal. It's an excellent option for those seeking delicious homemade food that pleases all palates, ideal for cold days or when you want a practical preparation without sacrificing flavor.
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