Gattò di Patate
This savory Neapolitan potato cake is a comforting dish, perfect for a family meal. Mashed potatoes are combined with cheese, cured meats, and herbs, then baked until golden and bubbly. It's a rich and satisfying casserole that can be served warm or at room temperature.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 25 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 375 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 1,000 gpotato, peeled and quartered
- 2 pcsegg, large
- 70 gparmesan cheese, grated
- 150 gmozzarella cheese, diced
- 100 gcured ham, diced
- 60 mlmilk
- 30 gbutter, melted, plus extra for greasing
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbspbreadcrumbs
Equipment
large pot · potato masher · 9x13 inch baking dish
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
About 5 min
- 2
Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork.
About 20 min
- 3
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the empty pot. Mash them until smooth, using a potato masher or a fork.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure there are no lumps for a creamy texture.
- 4
Add the eggs, parmesan cheese, milk, melted butter, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
About 5 min
- 5
Fold in the diced mozzarella cheese and diced cured ham into the potato mixture.
About 2 min
- 6
Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
About 1 min
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
About 45 min
Cook’s note: If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely cover it with foil.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This allows the Gattò to set and makes it easier to slice.
About 10 min
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 375.4kcal
- Protein
- 20.8g
- Carbs
- 34.1g
- Fat
- 17.3g
- Fibre
- 4.2g
- Sugar
- 2.8g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Gattò di Patate in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a larger piece in the oven at 160°C (325°F) until warmed through.
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