To prepare a delicious dish based on potatoes and onions, we start by preparing the necessary ingredients. Grease a 24 cm diameter ceramic or Pyrex dish with butter, ensuring it is evenly coated to prevent sticking. Now, we move on to preparing the main ingredients. Take fresh potatoes and onions, carefully peel them, and then grate them using a fine grater. It is important to achieve a uniform texture, so be patient at this stage. After grating, squeeze the excess juice from the potatoes and onions well, then let them drain in a sieve for a few minutes. This will help eliminate moisture, so the final dish will be tastier and more consistent.
Once the mixture has drained well, add the remaining ingredients: beaten eggs, sour cream, salt, and pepper, mixing everything with a spatula or a large wooden spoon. It is essential that the mixture is homogeneous, with a distinct taste of potatoes and onions. Once you have achieved a fine composition, pour it into the prepared dish, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
To add a crunchy and savory note, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the mixture and then add grated cheese, which will form a golden and appetizing crust during baking. Now, it's time to preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius, so it is ready to receive the delightful dish. Once the oven has reached the desired temperature, place the dish inside and let the food bake for about an hour.
Check from time to time, and when you notice that the surface has formed a beautiful golden crust, it is a sign that the dish is ready. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve this dish warm, alongside a fresh salad or a yogurt sauce, to complement the flavor and texture. This simple yet delicious recipe will surely become a family favorite, bringing a touch of comfort to every meal. Enjoy every serving!
Once the mixture has drained well, add the remaining ingredients: beaten eggs, sour cream, salt, and pepper, mixing everything with a spatula or a large wooden spoon. It is essential that the mixture is homogeneous, with a distinct taste of potatoes and onions. Once you have achieved a fine composition, pour it into the prepared dish, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
To add a crunchy and savory note, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the mixture and then add grated cheese, which will form a golden and appetizing crust during baking. Now, it's time to preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius, so it is ready to receive the delightful dish. Once the oven has reached the desired temperature, place the dish inside and let the food bake for about an hour.
Check from time to time, and when you notice that the surface has formed a beautiful golden crust, it is a sign that the dish is ready. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve this dish warm, alongside a fresh salad or a yogurt sauce, to complement the flavor and texture. This simple yet delicious recipe will surely become a family favorite, bringing a touch of comfort to every meal. Enjoy every serving!
Ingredients
-4 - 8 medium potatoes -4 eggs -1 onion -250 g cheese (telemea or goat cheese) -1 tablespoon chopped basil -3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley -ham, diced -2-4 garlic cloves, crushed (optional) -1-2 tablespoons oil -salt -pepper -4-6 tablespoons grated cheese -3-5 tablespoons breadcrumbs -butter for greasing the pan -thick sour cream or full-fat natural yogurt, cold (optional)