How to Make Potato Bake
Potato bake, also known as scalloped potatoes, is a comforting and indulgent dish that features layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy and cheesy sauce. This classic recipe is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a side dish to accompany your favourite mains.
With its rich flavours and satisfying texture, learning how to make scalloped potatoes will elevate your culinary repertoire and bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the steps to create a delicious and irresistible scalloped potatoes.
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Cheesy Scalloped Potato Recipe | Easy Dinner Idea
This Cheesy Potato Bake Recipe doesn’t take long to make but will help you turn a simple dish into something simply fabulous!
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Add cheese topping
For a golden and cheesy crust, sprinkle grated cheese on top of the potatoes before baking it in the oven. This adds a delightful crunch and enhances the overall taste.
Bake with care
Cover the baking dish with foil or a lid to prevent excessive browning and ensure the potatoes cook evenly. Remove the cover during the last few minutes to achieve a crispy top.
Rest before serving
Allow the potato bake to cool slightly after baking to let the flavors settle and the sauce thicken. This makes it easier to slice and serve.
Potato Bake
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Deep pyrex or non-stick medium size oval/oblong baking dish
Ingredients
- 9 slices Singles cheese, this is the cost effective option but feel free to use your favourite melting cheese such as Provolone
- 50 grams Butter, optional
- 4 Large slices of Italian style mortadella
- Fresh rosemary, or Mixed herbs
- 2 pinches Table salt or special seasoning for potatoes
- 1 Medium size sweet potato
- 9 Baby potatoes (approx), depending on the size
- Extra virgin olive oil, EVOO
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees.
- Thinly and carefully slice the potatoes and place them into the large mixing ball.
- Pour a generous amount of olive oil over the potatoes and mix them so that the oil covers the potatoes.
- Sprinkle fresh rosemary, mixed dried herbs and table salt over the potatoes and continue to mix until the majority of the potatoes have some colour on them.
- Take a small cube of butter and rub it lightly over the base of the dish and around all the edges. This will help to prevent the bake from sticking to the oven dish.
- Now, start to make the first layer of the bake using one strip of white potato and another of sweet potato to add to the presentation of your dish.
- Make sure you layer the potato slices nice and tightly together so there are few or no gaps!
- Then, pour a small amount of extra virgin olive oil over the layer and sprinkle a touch more herbs.
- Add a slice of mortadella over the first layer and another so that the potatoes are fully covered.
- Place enough slices of cheese over the mortadella to cover this layer but try to leave a gap around the edges of the bake.
- Repeat with another layer of potatoes, mortadella and cheese remembering to add a small amount of extra virgin olive oil and dried herbs.
- Then, add a final layer of potato and make sure the corners are filled with small pieces.
- Drizzle a final amount of oil and some mixed dried herbs over the top layer and then push a sharp knife down making up to six slits in the bake.
- Place several small cubes of butter over the top of the holes.
- Place the dish uncovered on the oven for approx. 50 minutes or until it starts to brown.
- Once ready, remove the dish from the oven and leave it to cool for up to 6 minutes.
- E ora si mangia, Vincenzo’s Plate….Enjoy!
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How to serve Potato Bake
To serve potato bake, carefully remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the dish to set. Use a sharp knife or spatula to portion it into individual servings or scoop it out onto plates. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a pop of color and added freshness.
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