Brazilian recipe
Creamy oven-gratin mashed potatoes (Purê de batata gratinado)
Learn how to make extra-creamy oven-gratin mashed potatoes, a practical Brazilian side dish for an easy family lunch.
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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
In the United States, potatoes, grated Parmesan, and margarine are available in supermarkets and grocery stores. Requeijão is the ideal ingredient; look for it in Brazilian or Latin American markets, imported-food aisles, or online grocery categories. If unavailable, cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though the flavour and texture will be a little different.
Preparation method
- Cook the potatoes in boiling water until tender, then pass them through a potato ricer while still hot
- In a bowl, mix the riced potatoes with the requeijão and part of the Parmesan cheese until you have a smooth cream
- Grease an ovenproof dish with margarine and layer the prepared mash, finishing with the remaining Parmesan cheese on top
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and golden
Observations
These oven-gratin mashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that rarely lets you down. The mix of requeijão and potatoes gives the mash an irresistibly creamy texture, while the Parmesan forms a golden, savoury crust in the oven. A useful tip: cook the potatoes until fully tender so the mash turns out smooth and lump-free.
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