SWISS POTATOES

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"I have made a lot of mistakes falling in love, and regretted most of them, but never the potatoes that went with them," Nora Ephron wrote in her novel "Heartburn." To that end, she offered up this recipe for Swiss potatoes, which is, as she noted, essentially a giant potato pancake, the flipping of which can - and should - be done as dramatically as possible. Make sure to dry the grated potatoes completely before frying them. This recipe serves two people, which is fortuitous because, as Ms. Ephron wrote, "Not just any potato will do when it comes to love."

Provided by Marialisa Calta

Categories     side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 3/4 pounds russet potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes (after each is peeled, place it in a large bowl of cold water to cover to avoid discoloration). Dry potatoes and grate them in a food processor or with a hand grater.
  • Spread grated potatoes on sheets of paper towels. Cover with another layer of towels and pat until dry. Repeat until potatoes are completely dry.
  • Heat butter and oil in a nine-inch skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and pat down with a spatula to form a pancake. Cook, uncovered, about 15 minutes, or until the bottom is brown. Slide one spatula underneath the pancake, place another on top and flip it. Add salt and cook five minutes more. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 937, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 154 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 986 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Sakariye Ismacil
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This recipe is a winner! The potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The cheese was melted and gooey, and the onions added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nafiisa Nafyar
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Not bad. I would add more salt and pepper next time.


Fahim Ferdos
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This is my go-to recipe for Swiss potatoes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the crispy potatoes and the melted cheese. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


RoBul Hosen
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This recipe is a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would use less cheese next time.


Balram Kumar Ray
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it always turns out great. The potatoes are always cooked perfectly and the cheese is melted and bubbly. I love the addition of onions and garlic. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Faith Niilenge
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Easy to make and really tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Oluwaseun Adeola
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Delicious! The potatoes were crispy and the cheese was melted and gooey. I loved the flavor of the onions and garlic. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhib Samoo
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This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.


Emtiaz Vai
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Simon Litwachi
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Meh. It's okay.


A Turner
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This recipe is a keeper! The potatoes are perfectly cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly. I love the addition of onions and garlic. I will definitely be making this again and again.


mich.coconut
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Not a fan. The potatoes were bland and the cheese was rubbery. I won't be making this again.


Sheikh Shakeel
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Easy and delicious! I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The Gruyère cheese gives it a rich, nutty flavor. I like to add a bit of garlic and paprika for extra flavor.


Ghulam qamar
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This is a great recipe! I made it last night and my family loved it. The potatoes were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The cheese was melted and gooey, and the onions added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this aga