Mario Batali's Pastiera

Batali's Cheesy Warm Potato Dish

skill level

Easy

time

30-60min

servings

cost

Are you looking for a different potato dish for your Easter dinner? Try Mario Batali's Pastiera, it's easy and tasty.

things you'll need.

ingredients

4 tablespoons pomace olive oil4 pounds potatoes
washed and peeled1/2 cup plus 1-1/2 cups breadcrumbs2 bunches chopped fresh parsley to yield 1/2 cup1/4 cup virgin olive oil1 cup grated pecorino

kitchenware

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step 1

ingredients 4 pounds potatoes

instructions Wash and peel potatoes.
step 2

ingredients 2 bunches chopped fresh parsley to yield 1/2 cup

instructions Chop the fresh parsley.
step 3

ingredients 4 tablespoons pomace olive oil

instructions Preheat oven to 350 F. In a 2 to 3 quart earthenware casserole with 2-inch to 3-inch sides, smear 4 tablespoons olive oil to cover.
step 4

ingredients 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

instructions Slice potatoes 1/4-inch thick and toss in a mixing bowl with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and season well with salt and pepper.
step 5

ingredients 1-1/2 cups breadcrumbs
1/4 cup virgin olive oil
1 cup grated pecorino

instructions Mix remaining breadcrumbs with parsley, oil and pecorino. Put one layer of potatoes and breadcrumbs on bottom and sprinkle with 3 to 4 tablespoons breadcrumb and cheese mixture. Continue layering until dish is full and top with remaining breadcrumb-cheese mixture.
step 6

instructions Place in oven and cook 1 hour, or until potatoes are very soft and top is golden brown. Serve warm.
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