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Aartappel Gereg (Potato Bake / Gratin)
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Description
A classic South African side dish, similar to a potato gratin. Sliced potatoes are baked in a rich, creamy sauce, often with cheese or onion, until tender and golden brown. A popular accompaniment to roasts or braai meat.
Ingredients
- 1kg potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (approx. 3-4mm thickness)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 250ml (1 cup) Fresh cream (full fat)
- 250ml (1 cup) Milk
- 5ml (1 tsp) Salt
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) White pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 125ml (1/2 cup) grated cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 30g (2 tbsp) Butter, cubed (optional, for richness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease a medium ovenproof dish (approx. 25x20cm).
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly over the bottom of the dish. If using, layer half of the sliced onion over the potatoes.
- In a jug, whisk together the fresh cream, milk, salt, white pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the first layer of potatoes and onion.
- Repeat with the remaining potatoes, onion (if using), and cream mixture.
- Dot the top with cubed butter (if using) and sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese (if using).
- Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish.