Potato Salad

True French fries are a delicacy, but the recipe we propose today is a simplified version, accessible to everyone, without requiring advanced culinary expertise. We start by peeling the potatoes, which we immediately place in cold water to prevent oxidation. It is important to prepare all the ingredients before we start slicing the potatoes, so that we have everything at hand. We peel the onion and garlic, which we cut into julienne, as thin as possible. These will add a wonderful flavor to the final dish.

We grease a medium baking dish with butter, making sure it is well covered to prevent the potatoes from sticking. If you have a Borner slicer or a food processor, that’s ideal; otherwise, we slice the potatoes manually into thin rounds. Once we finish slicing the potatoes, we start layering the ingredients in the dish. The first layer consists of potato slices, followed by a layer of onion and garlic, which we sprinkle with salt and pepper. We add cream and a few pieces of butter to create a rich and creamy taste.

Using a spatula, we ensure that the cream is evenly distributed between the potato slices without disturbing them too much. We repeat this process until we finish all the potatoes, taking care to keep the layers organized. At the end, we add a generous layer of grated parmesan, over which we sprinkle white pepper again to enhance the flavors.

We place the dish in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for an hour, covering it with aluminum foil for the first 30 minutes, then removing the foil to achieve a browned crust. It is essential to turn the dish occasionally, as ovens have areas with different temperatures, which will ensure even baking.

This potato salad is delicious warm, but surprisingly good the next day, when the flavors meld perfectly. It is also a versatile side dish, suitable for any meal, but can be enjoyed as a stand-alone dish alongside a fresh green salad. I had the opportunity to taste this salad in Paris, elegantly served alongside a steak, and I realized that its flavors were truly infused, demonstrating that resting time contributes to flavor development. This is a recipe worth trying, providing both culinary satisfaction and a dish that will impress with its simplicity and flavor.