Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

Potatoes

Peeled and thinly sliced

1.5 cup

Appenzeller cheese

Shredded

1 pinch

Salt

To taste

1 pinch

Pepper

To taste

1 cup

Heavy cream

2 tbsp

Onion

Grated

0.25 cup

Parmesan cheese

Freshly grated

1 tbsp

Paprika

1 tbsp

Parsley

Snipped fresh

Step 1
~11 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2
~11 min

Lightly butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~11 min

Layer 1/3 of the potato slices in the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~11 min

Top with 1/3 of the shredded Appenzeller cheese.

Step 5
~11 min

Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6
~11 min

Make 2 more layers of potato slices and Appenzeller cheese, seasoning each layer.

Step 7
~11 min

In a separate bowl, stir together the heavy cream and grated onion.

Step 8
~11 min

Pour the cream and onion mixture evenly over the layered potatoes and cheese.

Step 9
~11 min

In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and paprika.

Step 10
~11 min

Sprinkle the Parmesan and paprika mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 11
~11 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 12
~11 min

Garnish with snipped fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure potatoes are sliced thinly for even cooking.

Adjust seasoning to taste.

Broil for the last few minutes to achieve a golden crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cheesy)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish to roasted meat or vegetables.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roast chicken
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Alps

Cultural Significance

Traditional Alpine comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday
Family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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