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internet famous cheesy potato side
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This recipe creates a luxurious and flavorful potato side dish featuring thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes layered with a saffron-infused béchamel sauce, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and a crunchy almond-panko crumb. It’s an elevated take on a classic comfort food, perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg (3 lb 4 oz) Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 200 g (7 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 150 g (5 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 250 ml (1 cup) whole milk
- 250 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
- 30 g (2 Tbsp) unsalted butter
- 30 g (2 Tbsp) all-purpose flour
- 0.1 g (a pinch) saffron threads, crushed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried tarragon
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 50 g (½ cup) panko breadcrumbs
- 30 g (2 Tbsp) sliced almonds, toasted and chopped
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat & Grease: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a baking dish.
- Make Béchamel: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and cream until thickened.
- Infuse Flavor: Stir in saffron, garlic, tarragon, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer for 4-5 minutes.
- Prepare Crumb: Combine panko, almonds, and olive oil.
- Layer Potatoes: Layer béchamel, potatoes, and cheeses in a baking dish, repeating layers.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle crumb topping over the final layer.
- Bake: Cover and bake for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use high-quality saffron and freshly grated cheese. Ensure potatoes are sliced thinly and evenly for consistent cooking. Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor in the crumb topping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg