Christmas Potatoes

1h 15m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Finely chop sage, rosemary, and parsley.
  2. 2Melt butter in half-and-half in a small saucepan.
  3. 3Pour a little neutral oil into a cast iron skillet and spread it to coat the bottom.
  4. 4Add a layer of shredded potatoes to the skillet (these were frozen but thawed).
  5. 5Season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Add a layer of fresh herbs.
  7. 7Add a layer of cheddar and mozzarella cheese mixture.
  8. 8Sprinkle a little Parmigiano Reggiano on top.
  9. 9Repeat the layers of potatoes, salt, pepper, herbs, cheddar/mozzarella, and Parmigiano Reggiano until the skillet is full, ensuring no layer is too thick.
  10. 10Pour the butter and half-and-half mixture over the top layer of regular cheese (not Parmigiano Reggiano).
  11. 11Top with a final layer of Parmigiano Reggiano.
  12. 12Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 365°F (185°C).
  13. 13Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until golden brown on top.
  14. 14Let the potatoes sit for a minute to cool before serving.
  15. 15Garnish with a little bit of chives.

Ingredients

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

Equipment

Chopping knifeCutting boardSmall saucepanWhiskCast iron skilletOven mittOvenFoil

Tips

  • Ensure each layer is not too thick to allow for even cooking and melting.
  • Let the potatoes sit for a minute after baking to cool slightly before serving.