Christmas Potatoes

105 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Finely chop sage, rosemary, and parsley.
  2. 2Finely chop sage, rosemary, and parsley.
  3. 3Finely chop sage, rosemary, and parsley.
  4. 4Melt butter in half-and-half in a small saucepan.
  5. 5Melt butter in half-and-half in a small saucepan.
  6. 6Melt butter in half-and-half in a small saucepan.
  7. 7Add a little neutral oil to a cast iron skillet and spread it around.
  8. 8Add a little neutral oil to a cast iron skillet and spread it around.
  9. 9Add a little neutral oil to a cast iron skillet and spread it around.
  10. 10Layer shredded potatoes (thawed if frozen) into the skillet.
  11. 11Layer shredded potatoes (thawed if frozen) into the skillet.
  12. 12Layer shredded potatoes (thawed if frozen) into the skillet.
  13. 13Season each potato layer with salt and pepper.
  14. 14Season each potato layer with salt and pepper.
  15. 15Season each potato layer with salt and pepper.
  16. 16Add a layer of fresh herbs on top of the potatoes.
  17. 17Add a layer of fresh herbs on top of the potatoes.
  18. 18Add a layer of fresh herbs on top of the potatoes.
  19. 19Add a layer of mixed cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  20. 20Add a layer of mixed cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  21. 21Add a layer of mixed cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
  22. 22Add a layer of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
  23. 23Add a layer of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
  24. 24Add a layer of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
  25. 25Repeat layers until the skillet is full, ensuring no layer is too thick.
  26. 26Repeat layers until the skillet is full, ensuring no layer is too thick.
  27. 27Repeat layers until the skillet is full, ensuring no layer is too thick.
  28. 28Mix the melted butter and half-and-half together until well combined.
  29. 29Mix the melted butter and half-and-half together until well combined.
  30. 30Mix the melted butter and half-and-half together until well combined.
  31. 31Pour the butter and half-and-half mixture over the final layer of cheese (not parmesan) on the potatoes.
  32. 32Pour the butter and half-and-half mixture over the final layer of cheese (not parmesan) on the potatoes.
  33. 33Pour the butter and half-and-half mixture over the final layer of cheese (not parmesan) on the potatoes.
  34. 34Top with a final layer of Parmesan.
  35. 35Top with a final layer of Parmesan.
  36. 36Top with a final layer of Parmesan.
  37. 37Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 365°F (185°C).
  38. 38Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 365°F (185°C).
  39. 39Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 365°F (185°C).
  40. 40Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until golden brown.
  41. 41Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until golden brown.
  42. 42Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until golden brown.
  43. 43Let the potatoes sit for a minute to cool slightly.
  44. 44Let the potatoes sit for a minute to cool slightly.
  45. 45Let the potatoes sit for a minute to cool slightly.
  46. 46Serve and enjoy, garnished with chives.
  47. 47Serve and enjoy, garnished with chives.
  48. 48Serve and enjoy, garnished with chives.

Ingredients

  • Sage
  • Sage
  • Sage
  • Rosemary
  • Rosemary
  • Rosemary
  • Parsley
  • Parsley
  • Parsley
  • Butter
  • Butter
  • Butter
  • Half-and-half
  • Half-and-half
  • Half-and-half
  • Neutral oil
  • Neutral oil
  • Neutral oil
  • Shredded potatoes
  • Shredded potatoes
  • Shredded potatoes
  • Salt
  • Salt
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Pepper
  • Pepper
  • Cheddar and Mozzarella cheese mix
  • Cheddar and Mozzarella cheese mix
  • Cheddar and Mozzarella cheese mix
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • Chives
  • Chives
  • Chives

Equipment

Chopping boardUlu knifeSmall saucepanWhiskCast iron skilletSpoonOvenFoilSpatulaPlate

Tips

  • Do not make any layer too thick to ensure proper cooking and texture.
  • Let the potatoes sit for a minute after baking to prevent them from being too hot.