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Potato Pave

Irresistible Potato Pave: A Luxurious Comfort Food Delight

Experience the indulgent flavors of Potato Pave, a luxurious appetizer that transforms simple ingredients into a golden delight.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 14 hours
Servings: 6 squares
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Layers
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Yukon golds can be used as an alternative.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt Regular salt mixed with herbs can be used.
For the Cream Mixture
  • 2 cups Cream Half-and-half can lighten it up.
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Any neutral cooking oil can be used.
For the Garnish & Topping
  • 1/4 cup Chives Green onions can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Creme Fraiche Sour cream can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 ounce Caviar Flavored fish roe can stand in for caviar.

Equipment

  • mandolin
  • loaf tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Pan

Method
 

How to Make Potato Pave
  1. Prep Potatoes: Start by washing, peeling, and slicing your russet potatoes thinly with a mandolin for consistent layers. Place the slices into a mixing bowl with rich cream and sprinkle in seasoned salt.
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  2. Set Up Baking Dish: Line a loaf tin with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang for easy removal later.
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  3. Layer Potatoes: Begin layering the potato slices in the tin, adding about 1 tablespoon of cubed butter and a pinch of salt and pepper every two layers. Continue until all the potato slices are used.
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  4. Cover and Bake: Fold the parchment over the potatoes neatly, cover the tin with foil, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for approximately 90 minutes, or until the potatoes are very soft.
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  5. Press and Chill: Once baked, place a piece of thin cardboard on top of the potatoes, cover, and weigh it down with cans. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours to help it set properly.
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  6. Cut and Fry: After chilling, carefully cut the potato slab into squares. Heat olive oil in a pan and fry these squares until they are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
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  7. Serve: Transfer the fried squares to a serving plate and top them with flaky salt, a dollop of creme fraiche, and a sprinkle of chives. Add caviar for a luxurious touch!
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Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be prepared up to a day in advance and fried just before serving for best results.

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