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Melting Potatoes

Cultural Context

Melting potatoes, also known as fondant potatoes, have their roots in French cuisine, where they showcase the technique of cooking potatoes slowly in butter and broth to achieve a tender, creamy texture. Traditionally served as a luxurious side dish, they are often paired with roasted meats. Today, melting potatoes have gained popularity in various culinary circles, celebrated for their rich flavor and elegant presentation.

FrenchFRside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs red potatoes
2 lbs yellow potatoes
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon sage
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth

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

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and still flavorful.

1

Peel the potatoes and soak them in water until ready.

2

Cut the potatoes in half and shape them into large olive shapes using a peeler.

3

Place the potatoes in a pan without overlapping.

4

Add enough broth to cover the bottom quarter of the potatoes.

5

Add butter and a few leaves of sage and rosemary.

6

Season with salt only if needed.

7

Bake in the oven at 160 degrees Celsius (320°F) for an hour or until the broth is absorbed.

8

Crisp the outsides by raising the temperature to 240 degrees Celsius (465°F) until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingroasting

Equipment Needed

cast iron panovenpeelerknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Fondant PotatoesPotatoes Fondant
Local Name: Pommes de terre fondantes

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