Brazilian recipe
Creamy baked mashed potatoes with cheese (Purê de batata cremoso gratinado ao forno)
Discover how to whip up this ultra-creamy, oven-baked mashed potato bake. A classic Brazilian staple that brings comfort to any family roast or weeknight supper.
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Ingredients
2 cups requeijão
1/2 kg potatoes
300 g grated parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
1/2 kg potatoes
300 g grated parmesan cheese
Margarine for greasing
Where to find ingredients
Find potatoes and parmesan in the fresh produce and dairy aisles of any local supermarket like Woolworths, Pick n Pay, or Checkers. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian cream cheese; if unavailable at your local grocer, a high-fat smooth cream cheese or crème fraîche can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender, then press them through a ricer or masher while still hot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the riced potatoes with the requeijão and a portion of the parmesan cheese until the mixture is uniform and creamy.
- Grease a baking dish with margarine and spread the potato mixture evenly, topping it with the remaining parmesan cheese.
- Place in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and turned a golden brown.
Observations
These oven-baked mashed potatoes are a foolproof crowd-pleaser. By blending the potatoes with requeijão—a velvety, mild Brazilian cream cheese—you achieve an irresistibly smooth texture, while a generous topping of parmesan forms a savoury golden crust in the oven. Pro tip: ensure your potatoes are cooked until perfectly tender before mashing to guarantee a lump-free finish.
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