dhoha123 Sliced potatoes, cream, cheese, garlic, and frequently a little onion or herbs combine to create the creamy, savory flavor of potato bake, a soothing dish. When baked till brown and bubbling, the potatoes get soft and have a rich, mouthwatering texture. It is a staple of substantial side dishes and gets its name from its main ingredient and baking technique.
Potato Bake Ingredients
- Potatoes (1 kg, peeled and thinly sliced)
- Heavy Cream (2 cups)
- Cheddar Cheese (1 ½ cups, shredded)
- Onion (1 large, thinly sliced)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Black Pepper (½ teaspoon, freshly ground)
- Butter (1 tablespoon, melted)
How to make this recipe
- Set the oven’s temperature to 180°C (350°F). This produces the perfect amount of heat to soften potatoes and melt cheese.
- Grease the baking dish with melted butter to get it ready. This step provides taste and keeps things from sticking.
- To ensure consistent cooking and texture, arrange the potatoes and onion in the baking dish in layers, slightly overlapping the slices.
- Add a dash of salt and pepper to each layer. This evenly disperses the flavor throughout the baked good.
- Put garlic between the layers. As the bake cooks, its aroma will permeate the entire space.
- Coat everything in the luscious, creamy richness of heavy cream by pouring it over the potatoes.
- Evenly distribute the cheddar cheese on top. This will melt on top and form a golden crust that tastes great.
- Bake the dish for forty-five minutes after covering it with foil. By retaining moisture, this guarantees that the potatoes cook through.
- After taking off the foil, bake for a further fifteen minutes, or until the top is bubbling and brown.
- Before serving, allow the dish to cool for ten minutes. This facilitates serving and lets tastes blend.
Recipe Details
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories per Serving: Approximately 350
Recipe Variations
- Bacon and Cheddar Potato Bake. For a savory take on the traditional potato bake, add crispy bacon! After frying six bacon pieces until golden, cut them up and scatter them in between the potato layers. The bacon complements the smoothness of the cheddar by adding a smoky, salty taste.
- Herb and Garlic Potato Bake
Add additional garlic and a variety of herbs for a fragrant, fresh version. Add chopped fresh parsley, rosemary, and thyme to minced garlic cloves. As the potato layers bake, distribute this aromatic mixture throughout them, allowing it to deeply infuse. - Potato Bake with Three Cheeses
For those who enjoy cheese, this version is perfect! Use a combination of Gruyère, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses in place of the cheddar. Parmesan provides a crisp, salty finish, mozzarella adds gooey meltiness, and Gruyère adds a nutty richness.
What to serve with Potato Bake
- Arugula salad made simply with lemon vinaigrette
A light lemon vinaigrette and a fresh arugula salad add a tangy, peppery accent that goes well with potato bake. - Arugula salad made simply with lemon vinaigrette
A light lemon vinaigrette and a fresh arugula salad add a tangy, peppery accent that goes well with potato bake. - Garlic and Lemon Roasted Chicken
A traditional complement for potato bake is lemon and garlic roasted chicken, which adds flavor and substantial protein. The fresh, savory tang that the lemon and garlic give the chicken counterbalances the creamy texture of the bake.
How To Store This Recipe?
- In The Fridge: For up to three days, keep potato bake refrigerated in an airtight container. To preserve freshness and avoid drying out, cover thoroughly. This preserves the bake’s texture and flavor for subsequent consumption.
- In The Freezer: Allow the bake to cool fully before securing it with foil and putting it in a freezer-safe container. For up to three months, it remains fresh. For optimal results, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- To Reheat: For 20 to 25 minutes, reheat the potato bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) until it is well heated. To keep the moisture in, cover with foil; to crisp the top, uncover for a few minutes. As an alternative, warm quickly by using a microwave in short bursts.
Recipe Nutrition Facts
Calories: Approximately 2100 kcal in total.
Protein: About 45 grams in total.
Total Fat: Roughly 150 grams in total.
Saturated Fat: Approximately 90 grams in total.
Carbohydrates: About 160 grams in total.
Fiber: Roughly 15 grams in total.
Sugars: Around 12 grams in total.
Cholesterol: Approximately 400 mg in total.
Sodium: About 1800 mg in total.
Calcium: Roughly 900 mg in total.
Vitamin C: About 60 mg in total.
Vitamin A: Approximately 900 IU in total.
Iron: Roughly 6 mg in total.
