Basque Winter Comfort: Patatas a la Cazuela (Basque-style Casserole Potatoes)
Basque-style Casserole Potatoes, or Patatas a la Cazuela, is a comforting and hearty dish from the Basque cuisine. This dish is perfect for the winter season, offering a warm and satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- In a large casserole pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the sliced potatoes to the pot, and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour the vegetable broth over the potatoes, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the broth has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Casserole pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Casserole pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basque-style Casserole Potatoes with crusty bread and a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika to the dish.
Cost
$8