potatoes

Potato Gratin

Potato Gratin

A lighter version with milk instead of cream. Ingredients 1 kg potatoes salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon butter 80 g light Cheddar cheese, grated 250 ml milk 1 bay leaf 1 clove 1/2 teaspoon thyme a pinch of nutmeg Preparation Preheat the oven to 210 degrees Celsius (410 degrees Fahrenheit). Peel and rinse the potatoes, then slice them thinly on a cutting board. Season with salt,…
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Cottage Pie

Cottage Pie

An English casserole with beef and mashed potatoes. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 large carrot, diced 450 g ground beef 2 tablespoons tomato paste 300 ml hot beef broth 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Salt and freshly ground black pepper Mashed Potatoes: 350 g potatoes 350 g parsnip or parsley root 3 tablespoons milk Pinch of ground nutmeg 60 g…
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Sweet Potato Soup

Sweet Potato Soup

Creamy, aromatic, and boasting a beautiful, appetizing color! A soup made from sweet potatoes and carrots. It pairs well with chili flakes and a dollop of thick, tangy sour cream or natural yogurt. Delicious! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 cm piece of ginger 500 g sweet potatoes 300 g carrots 1 liter vegetable broth Spices: 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon turmeric, a pinch…
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Healthy Oven-Baked Fish & Chips

Healthy Oven-Baked Fish & Chips

An English variation of the traditional dish. Ingredients 1 kg baby potatoes 2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons chopped herbs (rosemary and thyme leaves) 3 fillets of white fish (cod, haddock, or halibut), each about 200 g zest of 1/2 lemon 4 tablespoons melted butter Preparation: Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F). Wash the potatoes thoroughly, dry them, cut them in half lengthwise, season with salt and pepper,…
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Vegan Meatballs with Hasselback Potatoes

Vegan Meatballs with Hasselback Potatoes

This vegan dish combines tasty no-meat balls made from Fry's Asian Spiced Burgers with crispy Hasselback potatoes. The combination of savoury meatballs and perfectly seasoned potatoes creates a hearty and delicious meal that is both satisfying and healthy. Ingredients: 1 box of Fry's Asian Spice Burgers, defrosted and grated 1 onion, finely chopped 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, stems removed and finely chopped 2 heaped teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp dried…
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Potato Dumplings

Potato Dumplings

Polish potato dumplings, known as 'kopytka', are a much-loved staple of Polish cuisine. These tender, pillowy dumplings are made primarily from mashed potatoes, flour and egg, resulting in a simple yet hearty dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. The name 'kopytka' translates as 'little hooves', a reference to their shape, which resembles the hooves of animals. Ingredients: 700g (1 and 1/2 lb or 25…
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Roasted French Fries

Roasted French Fries

Delicious fast food, meaning simple and crispy fries. Ingredients: Approximately 700 g potatoes 3 teaspoons dried oregano 3 - 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Preparation: Peel, rinse, and dry the potatoes. Cut them into long pieces and place in a large bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Drizzle with olive oil and toss well to coat evenly. Arrange the potatoes…
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Smoked Salmon and Corn Chowder

Smoked Salmon and Corn Chowder

Straight from England, a wonderful recipe that will delight any food enthusiast. Ingredients: 1 large leek 30 g butter 2 teaspoons mustard (e.g., Dijon) 4 potatoes 1 bay leaf, 2 cloves 1 liter vegetable broth 1 small can corn kernels 150 g smoked salmon 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 tablespoon chopped chives 1/3 cup heavy cream (18% or 30%) Preparation: Trim the outer leaves of the leek, cut off the…
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Homemade Samosas

Homemade Samosas

This homemade samosa recipe brings the authentic flavours of India to your kitchen, with a spiced potato and pea filling wrapped in a flaky golden crust. Perfect as an appetiser or snack, these samosas are best enjoyed with a refreshing mint chutney. Ingredients: FOR THE FILLING: 1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into large chunks 1 tbsp ghee 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 green chilli, chopped 2 tsp freshly…
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French Fries

French Fries

The secret to perfect fries was revealed to me by an experienced Italian chef. To achieve the desired effect, remember that adding a batch of fries to hot oil will cause a sudden drop in oil temperature. Therefore, further frying will cause the potatoes to soak up oil. For this reason, frying should be done in two stages: a short initial fry and a longer second fry in reheated oil.…
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