Description
Cheesy Delmonico Potatoes elevate classic comfort with creamy richness and golden-brown perfection. Hearty potato layers blanketed in smooth cheese sauce promise a delectable side dish your family will crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
Dairy and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Seasoning and Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Warm the culinary workspace by heating the oven to a precise 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal environment for potato transformation.
- Submerge diced potatoes in generously salted boiling water, allowing them to tenderize for 10-12 minutes until they yield effortlessly to a fork’s gentle pressure. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Initiate the luxurious cheese sauce by gently melting butter in a saucepan. Introduce finely chopped onions, coaxing them to a translucent softness. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper to awaken the aromatics. Dust with flour, stirring continuously to create a silky roux.
- Stream heavy cream into the developing sauce, whisking methodically to prevent lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken, developing a velvety consistency. Remove from heat and fold in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until they meld into a smooth, glossy blanket.
- Gently cascade the molten cheese sauce over the waiting potatoes, ensuring each morsel becomes lavishly coated in creamy decadence. Choreograph this union in a generously buttered 9×13-inch baking vessel.
- For those desiring textural contrast, scatter breadcrumbs across the surface, creating a golden, crisp landscape. Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing 20-25 minutes of transformative heat to develop a bubbling, bronzed top.
- Pause momentarily after removing from the oven, letting the dish settle and intensify its flavors. Serve as a sumptuous accompaniment that promises to elevate any main course.
Notes
- Opt for starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest, most luxurious texture that absorbs the cheese sauce perfectly.
- Rinse potatoes in cold water after boiling to stop the cooking process and prevent mushiness, ensuring they remain firm and hold their shape.
- Shred cheese directly from a block for superior melting quality and richer flavor compared to pre-shredded packaged cheese.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like gruyere, fontina, or parmesan to create unique flavor profiles and add depth to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg