Best 2 Cheese And Potato Pie Recipes

Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our guide to crafting the ultimate "Cheese and Potato Pie." Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this classic dish that combines the comforting warmth of melted cheese and tender potatoes in a flaky, golden crust. Discover the secrets of creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures, as we unveil the finest recipes and provide expert tips to elevate your pie-making skills. From selecting the right potatoes and cheese to mastering the art of blind baking, we'll ensure you create a cheese and potato masterpiece that will leave your family and friends craving more.

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POTATO PIE WITH LEEKS AND FETA CHEESE

Potato Pie With Leeks and Feta Cheese image

This pie, with its potato crust, hails from a Serbian food magazine, says Medena at www.cafechocolada.blogspot.com/ . A lovely pic of said pie sitting pretty on a springform bottom utterly had me hooked. Now I actually hope we have cold weather until I get home so I can fully appreciate this pie. Thinking this should be very adaptable for whatever cheeses one could have on hand - nice inexpensive way to use up bits.

Provided by Busters friend

Categories Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 potato, medium sized
1 cup flour
5 tablespoons butter, melted (and cooled a bit)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 leek, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
5 -6 potatoes, medium sized
1/2 leek, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
3 eggs
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled or cubed)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

First wash, and cook potatoes with their skin. Peel, and mash one immediately, and let the rest (for the filling) cool down.
Preheat oven to 390°F
In a bowl with mashed potato, add margarine, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper, and knead with hands to get a smooth dough. Add half of chopped up leek, knead it in, then transfer the dough to a medium sized spring form pan, spread it around to cover pan bottom with it.
Peel and slice the remaining potatoes, or chop them up, and place them on top of the dough, along with half of chopped up leek. Sprinkle with 1/4 t sea salt and pepper.
Mix eggs with sour cream, add a pinch of salt, and feta cheese. Pour this over the potatoes, and place the pie in the oven. Bake for about 40 minutes, depending on the oven.
Cool a little, then remove the spring form, and serve. Best if eaten right away, as most potato dishes.

POTATO AND CHEESE MINA (PASSOVER MATZO PIE)

Potato and Cheese Mina (Passover Matzo Pie) image

This simple & delicious recipe is from New York's much-loved "Capsouto Frères Restaurant". Mina is a traditional Sephardic Passover pie. It can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated. Reheat in 325ºF oven for 10-15 minutes.

Provided by blucoat

Categories Savory Pies

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 idaho potato
6 eggs
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 ounces grated parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 cups of freshly grated cheese)
3 matzos
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons olive oil
warm water, salted

Steps:

Peel and dice potato. Place in a medium pot with enough cold water to cover. Bring to boil and cook until soft. Strain and pass potato through a food mill. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl mix mashed potato with 6 eggs, seasonings, and 4 ounces cheese.
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Beat two eggs in a large bowl with milk and 1 Tablespoon olive oil. Place warm salted water in a hotel pan or other container large enough to fit whole matzo board. Briefly soak each matzo in water. Dry each matzo and then dip into egg mixture. Heat a large sauté pan with olive oil. Sauté both sides of one matzo until golden brown. Repeat with remaining matzo. Leaving one piece of sautéed matzo in hot pan, place half of potato and cheese mixture on top, then place second piece of matzo over filling. Cover with remaining half of mixture. Place last matzo on top and sprinkle with 2 ounces of cheese. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or just until set. Remove from pan and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm.

Tips:

For a crispy crust, pre-bake the pie shell before adding the filling.
Use a combination of cheeses for a more flavorful filling. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
Add some cooked bacon or sausage to the filling for a savory twist.
If you don't have a pie shell, you can use a deep-dish pizza crust instead.
Serve the pie hot out of the oven with a side of sour cream or salsa.

Conclusion:

Cheese and potato pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy, cheesy filling and crispy crust, it's the perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special holiday gathering, this pie is sure to be a hit.