Accordion potatoes

Accordion Potatoes with Cheese and Greens

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Number of servings: 4

If you want to impress your family or friends with a delicious and attractive appetizer, the accordion potato recipe is the perfect choice. These browned and crispy potatoes, filled with cheeses and delicious ingredients, are not only a delight for the taste buds but also a visual pleasure. Let's get started!

### Ingredients:
- 4 small potatoes (preferably with thin skin)
- 100 g melted cheese (or other preferred cheeses)
- 100 g salami or sausage (homemade or kaiser type)
- 100 g mushrooms (fresh or canned)
- 1 green bell pepper (or red for a splash of color)
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil
- Fresh greens (parsley, basil, dill)
- 100 g grated cheese (emmentaler, mozzarella, tilsit, or cheese)

### Instructions:

1. Preparing the potatoes:
Start by peeling and thoroughly washing the potatoes. It is important to choose potatoes that are similar in size for even baking. Once peeled, slice each potato thinly, leaving about a 1 cm margin at the bottom so that the slices remain attached. A helpful technique is to use a wooden spoon placed along the potato to prevent cutting all the way through.

2. Preparing the filling:
In a pan, add the olive oil and sauté the finely chopped garlic until golden. Then, add the diced mushrooms and bell pepper. Sauté for a few minutes until softened. Add diced salami and let everything cook for 2-3 minutes. Finally, add the finely chopped greens and mix everything well.

3. Filling the potatoes:
Fill each potato with the vegetable and salami mixture, making sure to also place the melted cheese in the thin slices. This step is essential to ensure that the cheese melts and adds a creamy and delicious flavor.

4. Baking:
Place the filled potatoes in a baking dish lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle the grated cheese on top. Cover the dish with aluminum foil for the first 30 minutes of baking, then remove it and let the potatoes brown for another 15 minutes until golden and crispy.

5. Serving:
Once the potatoes are ready, let them cool slightly before serving. You can decorate them with fresh basil or parsley leaves for a touch of freshness. These accordion potatoes are delicious both warm and at room temperature.

### Practical tips:
- You can experiment with different types of cheese depending on your taste preferences. For example, add feta cheese for a salty flavor or cheddar cheese for a more intense aroma.
- If you want a vegetarian version, you can omit the meat and add more vegetables, such as zucchini or spinach.
- For an extra flavor boost, you can sprinkle spices like smoked paprika or oregano in the filling mixture.

Accordion potatoes are a simple and quick recipe, perfect for any occasion. Don't forget to enjoy every bite and share this recipe with your loved ones! Enjoy!

 Ingredients: smaller potatoes to absorb well cheese cream or melted cheese, sausage, meat, Kaiser, mushrooms, green bell peppers, garlic, sage, various types of cheese: Emmental, mozzarella, Tilsit, basil, oregano, grated cheese