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Cheesy Potato Stacks

Cultural Context

Originating from the heart of Spanish cuisine, Cheesy Potato Stacks reflect the country's love for hearty, comforting dishes. Often served as a side, they showcase the simplicity of potatoes elevated with rich cheese and cream, making them a popular choice for family gatherings and festive occasions. Today, variations can be found globally, with different cheeses and seasonings adding unique twists.

SpanishESside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 large potatoes
2 cups shredded cheese
1 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: no alternatives

Sweet potatoes offer a different flavor and more nutrients.

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Grease a baking dish with butter or olive oil.

3

Slice the potatoes thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife.

4

In a bowl, mix cheese, cream, minced garlic, chopped onion, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

5

Layer the potato slices in the baking dish, overlapping them slightly.

6

Pour the cheese mixture over the potato layers evenly.

7

Sprinkle additional cheese on top if desired.

8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

9

Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

10

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmixinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishmandolinemixing bowlaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Potato Gratin StacksCheesy Potato Towers
Local Name: Tortilla de Patatas

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