Description
Creamy french tartiflette brings alpine comfort to winter dining with reblochon cheese melting over crispy potatoes and smoky bacon. Mountain-inspired flavors promise a rich culinary journey you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 8 oz (225g) Reblochon cheese, cut into small pieces (or Brie as an alternative)
- 4 oz (115g) lardons or bacon, diced
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120ml) dry white wine
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Immerse sliced potatoes in generously salted water, cooking until tender yet firm, approximately 10-12 minutes. Carefully drain and reserve.
- Activate a large skillet over medium heat, rendering bacon until golden and crisp. Incorporate sliced onions, sautéing until translucent and caramelized.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and broth, capturing the concentrated flavor remnants. Introduce minced garlic and fragrant thyme, allowing the liquid to gently reduce and intensify.
- Create a foundational layer of potatoes within an oven-safe vessel. Distribute the aromatic bacon-onion mixture evenly across the potatoes, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Enhance the composition with a delicate cream drizzle, providing luxurious richness. Strategically position Reblochon cheese fragments across the surface, maximizing potential meltability.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil, transferring to a preheated 375°F oven. After 20 minutes, unveil the tartiflette, continuing baking until cheese transforms into a molten, golden-brown landscape.
- Allow the tartiflette a brief resting period, permitting flavors to harmonize. Optional herbal garnishes like fresh thyme or parsley can elevate the visual and aromatic experience.
Notes
- Potato Selection Matters: Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or fingerling for the best texture and ability to hold shape during boiling and baking.
- Bacon Crispiness Control: Cook bacon until perfectly crisp but not burnt, which ensures a delightful crunch and prevents bitter flavors in the dish.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Allow Reblochon cheese to reach room temperature before adding to help it melt more evenly and create a creamy, luxurious topping.
- Vegetarian Adaptation: Replace bacon with smoked tofu or mushrooms to maintain a rich, savory flavor profile while keeping the dish meat-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg