Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Scalloped Potatoes (Batata Gratinada)
A foolproof, velvety, and indulgent potato gratin that hits the spot every time. Perfect as a comforting side or a stand-alone vegetarian main.
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Ingredients
5 large potatoes
3/4 cup milk
1 carton (200g) heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
Dried oregano, to taste
Salt, to taste
3/4 cup milk
1 carton (200g) heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
Dried oregano, to taste
Salt, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, milk, butter, flour, and salt are staples available at any local supermarket. For the 'creme de leite', look for 'heavy cream' or 'pouring cream' in the dairy aisle; avoid thick double cream if possible to keep the right consistency. Mozzarella is widely available in the cheese section, either pre-shredded or in blocks; shredding your own block often provides a better melt. Dried oregano is standard in the herb and spice section of any grocery shop.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into medium-thick rounds
- Cook the potato slices in the microwave on high for about 7 minutes, or boil them in salted water on the stovetop until tender but still firm
- Season the cooked potatoes with a little salt to taste while they are still warm
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the oregano
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and flour until the mixture is perfectly smooth
- Pour the milk mixture into the saucepan with the melted butter and cook over low heat, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens slightly
- Season the sauce with salt, keeping in mind how much you have already used on the potatoes
- In a medium-sized baking dish, create alternating layers of potato slices and creamy sauce
- Drizzle each layer of potatoes with a little of the seasoned melted butter from the saucepan
- Finish by covering the top surface generously with the shredded mozzarella
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is beautifully golden and bubbly
Observations
This potato gratin is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, loved for its simple, honest ingredients and deep, comforting flavour. Featuring tender layers of potato bathed in a rich, silky sauce and finished with a golden, bubbly layer of melted cheese, it is the kind of dish that brings people together, whether you are hosting a casual family dinner or trying to impress guests.
What makes this recipe a total winner is how fuss-free it is to prepare. It is a reliable go-to that can easily be adapted to suit your own pantry. Whether you serve it piping hot straight from the oven or let it sit for a moment to set, it remains incredibly versatile and satisfying.
What makes this recipe a total winner is how fuss-free it is to prepare. It is a reliable go-to that can easily be adapted to suit your own pantry. Whether you serve it piping hot straight from the oven or let it sit for a moment to set, it remains incredibly versatile and satisfying.
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