Description
Hearty “Potato Bake with Creamy Herb Sauce” brings comfort from Mediterranean kitchens straight to dining tables. Layers of golden potatoes nestled in silky herb-infused cream promise a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Vegetables:
- 4 potatoes, grated
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 carrot, grated
- 3 spring onions, chopped
Binding and Dairy Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1 glass (240 ml / 8 fluid ounces) milk
- 200 grams (7 ounces) cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
Dry Ingredients and Seasonings:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a baking dish by lightly coating with olive oil, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Grate potatoes and finely chop spring onions, bell pepper, and carrot in a large mixing bowl, creating a vibrant vegetable base.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs thoroughly, then incorporate milk, flour, and baking powder until the mixture reaches a smooth, consistent texture.
- Merge the egg mixture with the vegetable blend, gently folding in grated cheese, and season with salt and pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Transfer the complete mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a uniform surface.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and ensuring the center is fully cooked.
- While baking, prepare the herb sauce by combining parsley, plain yogurt, mayonnaise, and seasoning in a small bowl, stirring until well integrated.
- Remove the potato bake from the oven and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes, which helps the dish set and makes slicing easier.
- Cut into generous portions and accompany with the freshly prepared creamy herb sauce, serving immediately while warm.
Notes
- Potato grating trick: Use a box grater with large holes for the perfect texture, ensuring crispy edges and soft interior.
- Vegetable moisture matters: Gently squeeze out excess water from grated vegetables to prevent a soggy bake and maintain structural integrity.
- Cheese flexibility: Swap out standard cheese with vegan alternatives like nutritional yeast or plant-based cheese for dairy-free diets.
- Sauce customization: Replace yogurt with dairy-free coconut yogurt or cashew cream to accommodate lactose-intolerant preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg