Description
Delmonico Potatoes elevate classic comfort with rich, creamy layers of cheesy potato goodness. Potato lovers will savor this luxurious side dish that brings elegant American culinary tradition straight to the dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 large Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create uniform, gossamer-thin potato slices approximately 1/8-inch thick using a sharp mandoline or knife.
- Craft a luxurious cheese sauce by gently melting butter in a saucepan over low heat, then introducing heavy cream and stirring until harmoniously blended.
- Gradually incorporate shredded cheese into the cream mixture, stirring continuously until achieving a silky, homogeneous texture.
- Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder and salt, ensuring a balanced and aromatic flavor profile.
- Construct the first potato layer in the prepared baking dish, covering the bottom with half of the delicate potato slices.
- Lavishly drizzle half of the velvety cheese sauce over the initial potato layer, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped onions across the sauced potatoes, adding depth and subtle crunch.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining potato slices, cheese sauce, and onions, creating a delectable stratified casserole.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the potatoes to become tender and infused with rich flavors.
- During the final 15-20 minutes, remove the foil to encourage a golden-brown, crispy surface.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamier, more consistent texture that holds together beautifully during baking.
- Allow cheese sauce to cool slightly before pouring over potatoes to prevent separation and ensure smooth, even coating.
- Slice potatoes uniformly using a mandoline for precise, consistent thickness that guarantees even cooking and professional presentation.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like gruyère or sharp cheddar to create different flavor profiles while maintaining the classic creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg