Feb 06 2009
GIPSY POTATOES
GYPSY POTATOES:
Delicious and tasty way to serve potatoes.
Cooking time: 1-1/4 hours.
Preparation time: 15 minutes.
Main cooking utensils: Saucepan or deep skillet, ovenproof dish.
Oven temperature: 400F.
Oven position: Center.
For 4-5 people you need:
* 1/2 cup butter.
* 1-1/2 lb potatoes.
* 1 lb tomatoes.
* 1 medium onion.
* 1 cup fresh soft bread crumbs.
1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan.
2. Peel (keep potatoes in water when peeled to keep them white) or scrape the potatoes, cut into slices about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Toss in the butter until each slice is coated, then season to taste.
4. Put the tomatoes into boiling water for 1/2 minute, then into cold water so skins are easily removed.
5. Grate the peeled onion and mix with the sliced tomatoes, season well.
6. Arrange layers of potato and tomato etc in the dish, ending with potatoes.
7. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, pour any butter from saucepan over the top.
8. Bake until the potatoes are tender and the top crisp and golden brown.
TO SERVE: With any meat, fish or vegetable dish.
TO VARY: Add grated cheese to the tomato.
Scalloped potatoes: Peel the potatoes, cut into slices and put into dish with seasoning, little butter and milk to cover. Bake as above.
