Baked potatoes with cheese

Delicious Baked Cheese Potato Recipe

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4

Baked cheese potatoes are a simple yet extremely tasty dish, perfect for a family dinner or a festive meal. This recipe combines the creamy texture of cheeses with the intense flavors of potatoes, all enriched by a mixture of eggs and sour cream. Let’s discover together the necessary steps to achieve a perfect result.

Ingredients:
- 1 kg potatoes (choose red or white potatoes that hold up well during cooking)
- 200 g telemea cheese or feta cheese
- 200 g sour cream (preferably fatty for a richer texture)
- 3 large eggs
- 100 g grated cheese (optional, for a more intense flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- A bunch of fresh parsley (for garnish)

Preparation:

1. Boiling the potatoes: Start by washing the potatoes well under cold water. Place them in a large pot with salted water and let them boil for 10-15 minutes, or until they become slightly soft, but not fully cooked. The goal is to be able to slice them without falling apart. After boiling, drain the water and let them cool slightly.

2. Slicing the potatoes: Once the potatoes have cooled, slice them into approximately 5 mm thick slices. This thickness will allow the potatoes to cook evenly and absorb the flavors from the cheeses.

3. Preparing the egg and sour cream mixture: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sour cream. Add salt and pepper to taste. If you want a richer flavor, you can add the grated cheese to this mixture.

4. Assembling the dish: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Place a layer of potato slices on the bottom of the dish, followed by a layer of crumbled telemea or feta cheese. Continue alternating layers until you finish all the ingredients, making sure to finish with a layer of potatoes.

5. Pouring the egg mixture: After you have finished layering all the ingredients, pour the egg and sour cream mixture evenly over everything. This will help bind the dish together, giving it a creamy texture.

6. Baking: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it in the oven for about 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and let it bake for another 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and browned on top.

7. Serving: Once the dish is ready, let it cool slightly before cutting it into portions. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for an extra splash of color and flavor. Serve warm, alongside a fresh green salad for a delicious contrast.

Variation suggestion: You can also add vegetables such as caramelized onions or roasted red peppers between the layers of potatoes to intensify the flavors. Additionally, you can experiment with other cheeses, such as mozzarella or goat cheese, for a different taste.

This baked cheese potato recipe is not only simple but also extremely versatile, perfect for impressing at any meal!