Chorizo Potato Gratin using a Magefesa
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Imagine a cozy evening where the comforting aroma of Potato Gratin with Chorizo wafts through the air, luring everyone to the dinner table like moths to a flame. This dish is a delightful marriage of creamy, cheesy goodness and the spicy kick of chorizo, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly nights. Originating from the French countryside, gratins have been a staple since the 18th century, but this version adds a twist that would make even a traditional French chef raise an eyebrow in delight. With layers of tender potatoes, sweet onions, and a generous sprinkle of Comté, this gratin is not just a meal; it's an experience. Fun fact: the word 'gratin' comes from the French verb 'gratter', meaning 'to scrape', a nod to the delicious crust that forms on top! So grab your forks and prepare to dig into this savory slice of heaven!
Ingredients
- 800 g Potato
- 2 Pinch(es) Salt
- 2 Pinch(es) Pepper
- 150 g Chorizo
- 200 g Whipping cream
- 100 g Milk
- 1 Pinch(es) Herb of provence
- 50 g Grated gruyère
Steps
Potato Slices
- Add 800 g of potato, 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Setaside the preparation content at a bowl.
Chorizo
- Sliced, and add 150 g of chorizo at a cutting board.
- Setaside the preparation content at the bowl.
Gratin Assembly and Cooking
- Preheat the oven at 180°C.
- In a baking dish, arrange a layer of potato slices, overlapping each other.
- Sprinkle some chorizo over the potatoes.
- Repeat layers of potatoes and chorizo until all ingredients are used, finishing with a potato layer.
Cream Mixture
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of whipping cream, 100 g of milk, 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper, 1 pinch(es) of herb of provence in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 3.
- Pour the content of the food processor bowl over the preparation content.
Gratin Assembly and Cooking
- Sprinkle 50 g of grated gruyère on the preparation content.
- Cook in the oven at 180°C during 45min.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve Hot.
