In the realm of exquisite regional French cuisine, the culinary masterpiece known as traditional tartiflette à la Joël Robuchon stands as a testament to the artistry of the renowned chef. This unique dish, showcasing the harmonious blending of rich ingredients and authentic flavors, embarks you on a culinary journey through the heart of the French Alps. From its humble origins in the village of Tignes to its widespread popularity and variations across the globe, this delectable creation continues to captivate taste buds and warm hearts alike.
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TRADITIONAL TARTIFLETTE A LA JOEL ROBUCHON
An unabashedly rich version of this traditional Alpine dish, it combines Reblochon cheese, potatoes, and ham for a rich, hearty meal, ideal for a dinner after a day on the slopes. Tartiflette de Savoie from The Complete Robuchon by Joel Robuchon. According to M. Robuchon, this serves 4. It is so very rich that I find it easily serves six to eight, especially if accompanied by a salad and good bread (and wine of course).
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Potato
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the potatoes in a saucepan and cover them with 1 quart (1 l.) water and 1 level tablespoon salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20-40 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes. When they are finished, the tip of a knife will slide cleanly in and out of them. Drain.
- While the potatoes cook, melt the butter in another saucepan. When it foams, add the onion and cook over low heat for 3 minutes; the onion should not brown. Add the wine and simmer for 20 minutes.
- When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel them and chop them into large chunks.
- Preheat the oven to 480 degrees fahrenheit/240 degrees celsius.
- In a large bowl, gently mix the potato chunks with the lardons and reduced wine. Pour the combination into a baking dish. Whip the chilled heavy cream.
- Remove the crust from the Reblochon and chop it into pieces. Put them in a baking dish and bake for 18 minutes; they should get warm but not too hot. Put the warmed cheese in a blender or food processor and blend briskly as you add the broth (or 3 tablespoons water if you have no broth). Add the whipped cream to the blended cheese. Taste for salt and pepper. Spread this creamy cheese over the top of the potatoes.
- Sprinkle the dish on the diagonal with the grated Beaufort cheese. Bake for 8-12 minutes. You want the tartiflette to get a little color. Serve very hot.
CROQUE TARTIFLETTE
This Croque Tartiflette recipe includes potatoes and Reblochon cheese, just like the famous Tartiflette casserole. For creaminess, add homemade Béchamel sauce.
Provided by AlainaF
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler to the lowest heat setting.
- Evenly divide and spread the mustard on 4 slices of bread. Place a few slices of ham, followed by 2 slices of potatoes, 2 slices Cantal, and 1 tablespoon of Béchamel on the mustard-side of the bread. Cover the cheese with the remaining slices of bread and spread the butter on the outside surfaces of the sandwiches.
- Place the sandwiches on an ungreased baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes, turn them over, and continue cooking until they are crispy and golden brown, about 5 additional minutes. Spread the top of the sandwich with 1 tablespoon Béchamel and serve while hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.8, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 45.3, Sodium 949.2, Carbohydrate 93.5, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 7.7, Protein 18.7
TARTIFLETTE - ALPINE MELTED CHEESE, BACON AND POTATO GRATIN
Fast becoming a classic, Tartiflette is the perfect palliative supper dish for chilly autumn and winter evenings. This delicious, rich and hearty dish hails from the Alpine Haute Savoie region of France. For authenticity's sake, try to get hold of a whole Reblochon cheese. Reminiscent of Camembert or Brie in flavour, texture and shape, Reblochon has the perfect melting quality for Tartiflette. In addition, as this dish can be prepared a day or so ahead, it could make the ultimate Bonfire Night or Halloween centrepiece! This is a truly indulgent dish, which is best appreciated after a strenuous morning on the ski-slopes - or at least a brisk winter's morning walk. It is important to use a ripe Reblochon, preferably bought a few days in advance and left to reach maturity out of the fridge. For this to happen, it should be uncategorised. Of course, if you have a good cheese monger you will be able to buy one ripe and ready to eat. Serve the Tartiflette hot and straight from the gratin dish with fresh salad, crusty bread and assorted pickles. Edited to add: One reviewer made a comment that you should fry the bacon and discard the fat - it IS stated in the main instructions to do just that! Also, if your potatoes are not cooked after 15 minutes plus 25 minutes in the oven, you have not cut them thin enough - try to cut them quite thinly, as shown in all the photos. Reblochon cheese is a very STRONG cheese - do not try this recipe if you are not a lover of strong cheese! Merci:-)
Provided by French Tart
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 Tartiflette, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/gas mark 5.
- Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the potatoes whole, in their skins, for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the onion and bacon in the butter in a heavy frying pan over a medium heat; they should sweat but not brown. When they are cooked, discard the fat and add the glass of wine and the creme fraiche and mix well.
- Drain the potatoes and as soon as they are cool enough to handle peel them - the quicker the better. Slice thinly across.
- Choose an ovenproof earthenware dish and rub it well with the cut halves of garlic. Layer half the sliced potatoes across the base, season them with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then scatter over half the onion and bacon mixture.
- Cut the Reblochon cheese in half through the centre of the cheese, leaving you with a cut edge and a skin/rind edge, then lay one half of the cheese on top of the potato, bacon and onion mixture. Add the remaining bacon and onion mixture followed by the rest of the potatoes and more seasoning.
- Place the remaining half of cut Reblochon cheese skin/rind side up on top of the potatoes. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 180C/350'F/gas mark 4 for a further 20-25 minutes. The Reblochon should melt within its skin and the cheese drip down throughout the dish, while the potatoes will become crispy and golden brown.
- Tartiflette is a filling dish and all you really need to go with it is a mixed green salad, crusty French bread and a selection of pickles.
POMMES DE TERRE ROBUCHON
"These are mashed potatoes turned up to 11! The waxy fingerling potatoes, cooked in their jackets then passed through a food mill to make a fine purée, are deep and dense rather than fluffy and airy, and super-luxurious, loaded up with butter and cream. They go with any holiday favorite, from roast beef to turkey to lamb."
Provided by Manistee
Categories Low Protein
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes with cold water. Add 3 tablespoons of the kosher salt. Bring the water to a boil and simmer the potatoes until tender.
- Drain the potatoes and pass them through a fine-mesh food mill or ricer into a large bowl. Once nearly all of the potatoes have been passed through the mill, add the butter with the remaining potatoes to be passed through with them.
- Heat the cream in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add the mashed potatoes and heat through, stirring frequently. When the cream is fully incorporated, adjust the seasoning with the remaining tablespoon salt. The potatoes should have a thoroughly puréed consistency.
- Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and smooth, and using the curved edge of a small rubber scraper or spatula, feather the top. Sprinkle with the chives and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 769, Fat 68.3, SaturatedFat 42.9, Cholesterol 203.5, Sodium 7041.6, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 5.5
FRENCH SAVOYARD TARTIFLETTE
Recipe for this great classic of French Savoyard cuisine. Potatoes and bacon au gratin with a delicious Reblochon cheese and white wine creamy sauce. A must-try! Original recipe here: http://frenchcookingfordummies.com/2009/tartiflette/
Provided by French Cooking for
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Clean potatoes and cut them by half.
- Boil potatoes into salted water for about 30 minutes (They're ready when a knife enters easily). Then, you'll take them off water and let them chill.
- Meanwhile, peel and slice onions.
- Melt butter in a frying pan. Add sliced onions.
- When onions are translucent, add bacon dices and leave over medium heat for 5 more minutes stirring often.
- Preheat oven to 460° F (240° C / Th 8).
- Peel and slice potatoes.
- Rinse and dry small chives. Chop them.
- In a bowl, combine creme fraiche with wine and small chives. Season with salt and pepper.
- Grease an ovenproof dish. Start by arranging a layer of potato slices at the bottom of the dish. Top with bacon dices and onion, then spread the cream mixture on top. Repeat with another layer of everything.
- Grate Reblochon's rind lightly with a knife. (Don't take it off! Just grate what's coming off easily).
- Slice Reblochon cheese into 2 thinner circles, each one having rind on one side and inside cheese on the other side.
- Place both circles on top of the potato layers with the rind side up and bake in oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese sauce is simmering.
- Serve immediately with green lettuce and vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 33.8, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 355.5, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 8.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your tartiflette. Use a good quality Reblochon cheese, firm potatoes, and flavorful bacon.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the potatoes, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will result in a soggy dish.
- Cook the potatoes until they are golden brown: The potatoes should be cooked until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This will give your tartiflette a nice texture.
- Use a good quality white wine: The white wine used in the tartiflette should be a good quality dry white wine. This will add flavor to the dish without overpowering it.
- Don't overcook the cheese: The cheese should be melted and gooey, but not overcooked. Overcooked cheese will become tough and rubbery.
Conclusion:
Tartiflette is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you are looking for a new dish to try, I highly recommend giving tartiflette a try.
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