Saturday, March 1, 2008

Creamy Potato Tort

This is a simple potato tort that I haven't yet made but will make soon. My mouth watered just looking at it. The measurements weren't giving so I'll try to guess them (heaven forbid!).

Ingredients (approx. measurements):

  • 5 medium potatoes (waxy potatoes are best for retaining their shape)
  • 1/2 container of sour cream
  • 1 c. plain yogurt OR 1 brick of softened cream cheese (I always use light products)
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp parsley
  • Salt (I use No Salt) and pepper to taste
  • 2 large sheets of puffed pastry
  • 1 egg

Preparation:

  • Boil potatoes until tender throughout and let cool (if they've been chilled in the fridge, they'll be easier to dice). Slice them into finger widths and put aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, yogurt or cream cheese, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper
  • Lay one of the puff pastry sheets flat. Cover with one layer of potato leaving about 2" (about 4 cm) free at the sides.
  • Add a generous layer of the prepared cream filling.
  • Add another layer of potatoes making the second layer a little smaller than the bottom layer (like making a pyramid) then add another layer of cream filling.
  • Add the third layer of potatoes again making the layer smaller than the last and add the final layer of cream filling.
  • Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the layers.
  • Trim the bottom layer to meet the second layer leaving an inch around the sides. Trim the corners of the pastry leaving 1" there as well.
  • Fold the sides of the pastry up to seal everything in.
  • In a small bowl, mix the egg. Brush on the folded sides to help seal everything in and brush onto the top to give it a golden crust when cooked.
  • Bake until cooked (use recommended puffed pastry directions).
  • When cooked, remove from oven and serve hot.

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