Brazilian recipe
Quick and Delicious Homemade Baked Potatoes (Batata de forno e)
A traditional Brazilian-style baked potato casserole with melted cheese and ham. It is an easy, comforting, and hearty dish perfect for a simple lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
6 medium potatoes
200g cheese
200g ham
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes
Chopped olives to taste
Dried oregano to taste
1 can of tomato sauce
200g cheese
200g ham
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes
Chopped olives to taste
Dried oregano to taste
1 can of tomato sauce
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce like potatoes, onions, and tomatoes at local vegetable markets (sabzi mandi) or neighborhood grocery stores. Processed items like canned tomato sauce, cheese, and deli ham are widely available at major supermarkets or specialized dairy shops.
Preparation method
- Cube the potatoes and boil them in water until tender, being careful not to let them fall apart.
- Drain the potatoes and slice them into rounds.
- Sauté the sliced onions in a pan until golden and fragrant.
- Add the tomato sauce, sliced tomatoes, chopped olives, and oregano to the pan. Simmer for a few minutes.
- In a baking dish, begin layering by placing a layer of ham followed by a layer of cheese.
- Spread a portion of the prepared sauce over the ham and cheese, then add a layer of potato slices.
- Repeat the layers of ham, cheese, sauce, and potatoes until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Observations
Baked potato casserole is a versatile comfort food beloved in Brazil for its simplicity and depth of flavor. The dish layers tender parboiled potatoes with savory ham, melted cheese, and a rich tomato-based sauce, creating a balanced and satisfying meal. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a homemade touch in their daily cooking—ideal for chilly evenings or busy days when you need a practical, crowd-pleasing recipe that never compromises on taste.
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