Best 4 Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake Recipes

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Calling all cheese and potato lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Tuscany with our delectable Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake. This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender potatoes, a creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy Parmesan crust. It's the perfect comfort food for a cozy dinner or a special occasion.

Our Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake is not just one recipe, but a collection of variations that cater to different tastes and preferences. From a classic version with mozzarella and sharp cheddar to a vegetarian option with spinach and artichoke, and a decadent version with pancetta and truffle oil, there's a bake for every palate.

Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions and a list of readily available ingredients. We'll guide you through the process of creating the perfect potato bake, from slicing and layering the potatoes to preparing the creamy cheese sauce and achieving that golden-brown crust.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake recipes are easy to follow and guaranteed to impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this cheesy, potato-filled adventure together!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TUSCAN CHEESE POTATO BAKE



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Tasty combination of potatoes, cheese, and cream sauce with a crispy topping. You may add more cheese as a topping under the panko crumbs if desired. For a lighter version, use milk to replace the heavy cream and light sour cream instead of regular. You may also use Cheddar, Parmesan, or low-fat cheese.

Provided by NancyW

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Potato Casserole

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons butter
2 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup shredded fontina cheese
2 pounds red potatoes, thinly sliced, ends discarded
¼ cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 3-quart baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion, garlic, and thyme in hot butter until onion is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Whisk flour, salt, and black pepper into onion mixture.
  • Gradually whisk milk and cream into onion mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir sour cream into sauce until smooth; add fontina cheese and stir until cheese melts.
  • Arrange 1/2 the potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour 1/2 the cheese sauce over the potatoes. Repeat with remaining potatoes and cheese sauce. Top with bread crumbs to cover potatoes entirely.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender and bread crumbs are golden brown, 60 to 70 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 635.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

TUSCAN CHEESE POTATO BAKE



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A beautiful side dish that's ready in under an hour, it makes a good accompanyment to most any meat. It's also a great dish for a potluck supper! Recipe & photo: Midwestliving.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Potatoes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb red potatoes
3 or 4 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 tsp snipped fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/4 c butter
1 c buttermilk
1 c fontina cheese, shredded (4 oz.)
1 c parmesan cheese, finely shredded (4 oz.)
1/3 c crumbled blue cheese
1/2 c panko (japanese-style) bread crumbs
1/4 tsp dried italian seasoning, crushed
1 Tbsp olive oil
snipped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Scrub potatoes; cut into 1-inch pieces. In large saucepan cook potatoes in lightly salted boiling water 12 to 15 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • 2. In a large skillet cook and stir garlic and thyme in butter over medium heat for 1 minute; add potatoes. Coarsely mash potatoes. Stir in buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper. Fold in fontina cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, and the blue cheese.
  • 3. Spread mixture evenly in a greased 2-qt. square baking dish.
  • 4. In a small bowl combine remaining Parmesan, panko, Italian seasoning, and oil. toss with a fork to combine. Evenly sprinkle over potato mixture in dish.
  • 5. Bake in a preheated 400-degree oven for 20 minutes or until bubbly and top is golden. If desired, sprinkle with snipped fresh parsley.

TUSCAN CHEESE POTATO BAKE



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Categories     Potato     Side     Bake

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb. red potatoes
3 or 4 cloves garlic, minced
1-1/2 tsp. snipped fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/4 cup butter
1 cup buttermilk
4 oz. fontina cheese, shredded (1 cup)
4 oz. Parmesan cheese, finely shredded (1 cup)
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
1/4 tsp. dried Italian seasoning, crushed
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Snipped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a 2-quart square baking dish; set aside. Scrub potatoes; cut in 1-inch pieces. In large saucepan cook potatoes in lightly salted boiling water 12 to 15 minutes or until tender; drain. 2. In a 12-inch skillet cook and stir garlic and thyme in butter over medium heat for 1 minute; add potatoes. Coarsely mash potatoes. Stir in buttermilk, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper. Fold in fontina cheese, half of the Parmesan, and the blue cheese. Evenly spread in baking dish. 3. In small bowl combine remaining Parmesan, panko, Italian seasoning, and oil; toss with a fork to combine. Evenly sprinkle over potato mixture in dish. Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and top is golden. Sprinkle with snipped fresh parsley. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

TUSCAN CHEESE-POTATO BAKE



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Categories     Potato     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 13

Red Skinned Potatoes -- 2 Pounds
Butter -- 1/4 Cup
Garlic -- 3 or 4 cloves; minced
Fresh Thyme -- 1 & 1/2 Teaspoons; crushed
Buttermilk -- 1 Cup
Salt -- 1/2 Teaspoon
Group Black Pepper -- 1/4 Teaspoon
Fontina Cheese -- 1 Cup; shredded (4 Ounces)
Blue Cheese -- 1/3 Cup; crumbled
Panko -- 1/2 Cup (Japanese style bread crumbs)
Olive Oil -- 1 Tablespoon
Dried Italian Seasoning -- 1/4 Teaspoon; crushed
Fresh Parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Prehear oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Lightly grease a 2-quart large saucepan: cook potatoes in enough boiling, lightly salted water to cover for 12-15 minutes (or until tender); DRAIN. 2. In a 12-inch skillet melt butter over medium-heat. 3. Add garlic & thyme; cook and stir for 1 minute 4. Add potatoes; coarsely mash potatoes 5. Stir in buttermilk, salt, and pepper 6. Fold in Fontina cheese, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese, and the blue cheese. 7. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. 8. In a small bowl combine the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, panko, oil, and Italian seasoning. 9. Toss gently to combine. 10. Sprinkle evenly over potato mixture 11. Bake about 20 minutes or until top is golden and mixture is bubbly 12. If desired, sprinkle with parsley

Tips:

  • Choose the right kind of potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are the best choices for this dish, as they hold their shape well and have a fluffy texture.
  • Cut the potatoes evenly: This will ensure that they cook evenly throughout.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish: Make sure there is enough space between the potatoes so that they can brown properly.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will give the dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: They should be tender but still slightly firm in the center.
  • Serve the dish immediately: This dish is best enjoyed hot out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of creamy potatoes, melted cheese, and crispy bread crumbs is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a new potato dish to try, give Tuscan Cheese Potato Bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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