Tartiflette: a French Potato and Cheese Dish That Will Make You Swoon
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
662 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
French
Tartiflette: a French Potato and Cheese Dish That Will Make You Swoon
Description
This Tartiflette recipe starts by boiling yellow potatoes until just tender, then sautéing them in butter for a slightly crisp exterior. Pancetta and thinly sliced onions cook together until lightly browned, with dry white wine added and reduced to concentrate flavors. The mixture is finished with whipping cream, contributing to a silky, rich sauce.
In a garlic-rubbed baking dish, half of the potatoes are layered, followed by half of the pancetta and onion cream mixture. Half of the reblochon cheese—soft and ripe—is placed on top, then the remaining potatoes and pancetta mixture are added. The second half of the cheese covers the casserole before baking at 400°F (200°C) until the cheese melts and the dish has a golden crust.
When served warm, Tartiflette offers a creamy texture with smoky, savory, and slightly tangy flavors from the cheese and cured pork. It pairs well with salads or as a side for heartier meals. Using fresh, quality ingredients as noted helps achieve the best results.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lbs yellow potatoes roughly 6 large potatoes, Idaho®
- 3 Tbsp butter (good quality)
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced, sprinkled with a little salt)
- ¾ cup pancetta (sliced, you can use bacon if you cannot find or make pancetta)
- 4 oz white wine dry
- 4 oz whipping cream
- 1 lb reblochon cheese or ripe brie
- 1 clove garlic
- ⅛ tsp salt (to taste)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until just cooked. Drain and set aside.
- In a large frying pan, sauté the pancetta and onions 1 tablespoon of the butter until it begins to brown. Then add the wine and continue to cook until it has mostly evaporated.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cream.
- Chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and sauté in the remaining 2 Tbsp. of butter until some are golden brown.Season with a little salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the clove of garlic in two and rub the cut side over the inside of of a baking dish (I used a deep pie pan), then layer half of the potatoes into the bottom, then add half of the pancetta and onion mixture.
- Cut the reblochon or brie in half (horizontally);using plain dental floss makes this task easier than using a knife (thanks to commenter Donna for the tip). Place the bottom half of the cheese on top of the mixture in the pan, then add the remaining potatoes, pancetta, and onion mixture.
- Place the other half of the cheese on top, skin side up.
- Place into the preheated oven for for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly. You can also pop it under the broiler for an extra bit of crispiness, if you like. Tartiflette can also be made into individual servings in smaller ovenproof bowls.
- Serve hot with a glass of dry white wine.
Notes
- Select fresh, good-quality yellow potatoes and ripe reblochon or brie cheese for authentic flavor and texture.
- Thinly slice onions and season lightly to enhance natural sweetness when sautéed with pancetta.
- Use garlic to rub the baking dish to impart gentle aromatic flavor to the layers.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning to taste after assembling the dish before baking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 662 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 662kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 132mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 783mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 1041mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 916IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 186mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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