Baked Mafia Potatoes with Cream, Sausage and Cheese are a hearty, mouthwatering dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. The combination of creamy sauce, tender potatoes, and savory smoked meat creates a comforting meal that everyone will love. Follow this simple recipe to impress your guests with this delightful dish.
Ingredients
- 1 kg potatoes, boiled and sliced (about 2.2 lbs)
- 750 g smoked meat, sliced (about 1.65 lbs)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 60 g butter (about 4 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon plain flour
- 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 250 ml water (about 1 cup)
- 150 ml whipping cream (about 2/3 cup)
- 300 g finely grated cheese (about 3 cups)
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- Butter for greasing
Directions
- Prepare the Sauce: Start by frying the chopped onion in butter until it turns golden brown. Sprinkle in the plain flour and stir for a minute.
- Add Water: Gradually pour in 250 ml of water (setting aside a little to mix with the vegetable bouillon cube), stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Incorporate Cream: Once boiling, add 150 ml of whipping cream and the dissolved vegetable bouillon. Stir well and bring to another boil.
- Add Garlic and Cheese: Stir in the pressed garlic and half of the finely grated cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Layer Ingredients: In a greased baking bowl, layer the salted and peppered potato slices, followed by the sliced smoked meat.
- Pour Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the layered potatoes and meat.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 175 degrees C (350 degrees F) and bake for about 20 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Nutrition Info: Approx. 600 calories per serving (varies based on specific ingredients used)
How to serve
Baked Mafia Potatoes with Cream, Sausage and Cheese are best served hot right out of the oven. You can garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for an extra touch of flavor and presentation. Pair this dish with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables to balance the richness of the potatoes and cheese. For a complete meal, serve with crusty bread to soak up any leftover creamy sauce.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of meat instead of smoked meat?
Yes, you can substitute the smoked meat with chicken, turkey, or a plant-based alternative for a lighter version.
Can I prepare Baked Mafia Potatoes in advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate it. Just heat it in the oven when you’re ready to serve.
What cheese works best for this recipe?
While the recipe calls for finely grated cheese, you can use any melting cheese like mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend of your favorites for added flavor.
Baked Mafia Potatoes
A hearty and mouthwatering dish featuring creamy sauce, tender potatoes, and savory smoked meat, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
For the Sauce
- 1 tbsp plain flour
- 60 g butter (for frying and greasing)
- 1 cube vegetable bouillon
- 250 ml water (set aside a little to mix with the vegetable bouillon cube)
- 150 ml whipping cream
- 2 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 300 g finely grated cheese (divided into two portions)
Main Ingredients
- 1 kg potatoes (boiled and sliced (about 2.2 lbs))
- 750 g smoked meat (sliced (about 1.65 lbs))
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- Butter for greasing
Prepare the Sauce
- Fry the chopped onion in butter until golden brown.
- Sprinkle in the plain flour and stir for a minute.
Add Water
- Gradually pour in 250 ml of water (setting aside a little to mix with the vegetable bouillon cube), stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
Incorporate Cream
- Add 150 ml of whipping cream and the dissolved vegetable bouillon.
- Stir well and bring to another boil.
Add Garlic and Cheese
- Stir in the pressed garlic and half of the finely grated cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
Layer Ingredients
- In a greased baking bowl, layer the salted and peppered potato slices, followed by the sliced smoked meat.
Pour Sauce
- Pour the prepared sauce over the layered potatoes and meat.
Top with Cheese
- Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese on top.
Bake
- Place the dish in a preheated oven at 175 degrees C (350 degrees F) and bake for about 20 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Serve hot garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or chives. Pair with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables, and crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.