Description
Delmonico Potatoes bring creamy, cheesy comfort straight from American culinary heritage. Rich potato layers nestled with sharp cheddar and smooth cream promise pure indulgence you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the culinary workspace to 375°F, positioning the oven rack in the center for uniform heat distribution.
- Prepare potatoes by selecting a generously sized pot, filling with water, and introducing a modest pinch of salt. Immerse diced potatoes, allowing them to simmer until fork-tender yet structurally intact, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Drain potato cubes thoroughly, transferring them to a spacious mixing vessel while maintaining warmth.
- Initiate cheese sauce crafting by melting butter in a medium saucepan over moderate temperature. Incorporate flour, whisking continuously to develop a delicate golden roux.
- Gradually introduce warmed milk and cream, maintaining rhythmic stirring to prevent lumping and encourage smooth sauce development.
- Integrate cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper into the developing sauce. Continue stirring until cheese dissolves completely, creating a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Transfer potato cubes into a well-greased baking vessel, gently coating each piece with the decadent cheese mixture.
- Craft the crispy topping by combining breadcrumbs, melted butter, and additional Parmesan, ensuring thorough integration.
- Distribute the crumbly topping evenly across the potato landscape, creating a promising golden crust.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 25-30 minutes until the surface achieves a rich, caramelized appearance and edges bubble enticingly.
- Remove from oven and permit a brief resting period, allowing flavors to harmonize and temperature to moderate slightly.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant visual and aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Boost potato tenderness by soaking diced potatoes in cold water before boiling to remove excess starch and ensure a creamy texture.
- Swap whole milk with low-fat alternatives or use vegetable broth for a lighter version that still maintains rich flavor complexity.
- Create gluten-free adaptation by replacing wheat flour with cornstarch or potato starch when thickening cheese sauce, ensuring smooth consistency.
- Enhance nutritional profile by incorporating roasted cauliflower or broccoli florets directly into the potato mixture for added vegetable content and depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 482 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg