Brazilian recipe
Creamy Baked Potato Gratin (Batata gratinada)
This classic baked potato gratin is a comforting and rich side dish. Featuring tender potato slices smothered in a velvety sauce and topped with melted cheese, it is the perfect addition to any meal.
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Ingredients
5 large potatoes
3/4 cup milk
1 pack table cream (creme de leite)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100 g grated mussarela cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
3/4 cup milk
1 pack table cream (creme de leite)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100 g grated mussarela cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh potatoes, butter, milk, and flour at any local market or supermarket. For the 'creme de leite' and 'mussarela', look in the dairy aisle of major grocery retailers. If you cannot source these specific Brazilian dairy products, heavy cream may serve as a substitute for 'creme de leite', and mild gouda or a standard mozzarella can replace 'mussarela'.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into medium-thickness rounds.
- Microwave the potato slices on high power for about 7 minutes, or boil them on the stovetop until tender yet firm.
- Season the potatoes with salt during the cooking process if preferred.
- In a small 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.
- Pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the butter and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the sauce lightly thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt, taking care to adjust based on whether the potatoes were salted earlier.
- In a medium-sized baking dish, arrange alternating layers of the potato slices and the prepared creamy sauce.
- Drizzle a small amount of the melted butter and oregano mixture over each layer of potatoes.
- Top the dish generously with the grated mussarela cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Observations
Potato gratin is a staple of hearty home cooking, cherished for its simplicity and deeply satisfying flavors. By combining tender potato slices with a luxurious creamy base and a golden, bubbly layer of cheese, this dish works beautifully as a family dinner centerpiece or a sophisticated accompaniment for special gatherings.
The real beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation. It is quick to assemble and highly adaptable, ensuring consistent results whether you are feeding a crowd or looking for an elegant vegetarian option. Served hot straight from the oven, this gratin remains a versatile and delicious favorite.
The real beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation. It is quick to assemble and highly adaptable, ensuring consistent results whether you are feeding a crowd or looking for an elegant vegetarian option. Served hot straight from the oven, this gratin remains a versatile and delicious favorite.
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