Italian fried potatoes with herbs and cheese
4 servings
30 minutes
Italian-style fried potatoes with herbs and cheese is a gastronomic delight that combines a crispy texture with aromatic notes of Italian cuisine. This recipe draws inspiration from traditional rural dishes of Italy, where fresh herbs and quality cheese give incredible richness to simple ingredients. Tender pieces of potatoes baked to a golden crust are infused with the aromas of pecorino romano, olive oil, and a blend of Italian herbs, creating a warm, cozy palette of flavors. This dish is perfect as a side for meat or fish but can also stand alone as a meal, especially when paired with fresh bread and a glass of white wine. Its simplicity blends with elegance, making it an excellent choice for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering.
1
Peel the potatoes and slice them into sticks using a mandoline, like for French fries. Transfer to a large bowl and cover with ice water. Let sit for a while.
- Potato: 7 pieces
2
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
3
Drain the potatoes and dry them well with a paper towel (it is very important that the potatoes are dry).
4
Place the potatoes on 2 baking sheets and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with herbs, cheese, and parsley. Then drizzle with the remaining olive oil and top with diced butter.
- Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Italian Herb Blend: 1 tablespoon
- Grated Pecorino Romano cheese: 2 glasss
- Chopped parsley: 0.3 glass
- Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Salted butter: 4 tablespoons
5
Bake for about 45-50 minutes until the potatoes are done.
6
Mix the potatoes with fried cheese, add salt and pepper.
- Grated Pecorino Romano cheese: 2 glasss
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste