This baked potato with it's fans, creates an excellent presentation. This looks like a very fancy side dish, but is very easy to accomplish. As it bakes, the slices fan out slightly for a real cool look... We eat first with our eyes. This is as comfortable at a family dinner as it would be at a dinner party. Definitely a...
Provided by Andy Anderson !
Categories Vegetables
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Throughly wash the potatoes with the skins intact. Chef's Note: To keep the cooking stable, choose potatoes of uniform size and shape. Chef's Note: Some people remove the skin, but I prefer to leave the skins on.
- 2. Slice a small section off the bottom of the potato. This serves two functions: One, it will keep the spud from rolling around, and two, when they bake it helps the slices to fan out.
- 3. Use a sharp knife and cut the fans into the potato, crosswise, and about 1/4 thick, leaving about 1/4 of the bottom intact. Rinse in cold water and allow to air dry for about an hour. Chef's Note: During the drying process see if you can gently begin to fan out the potato slices.
- 4. Add the parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon of the melted butter, and paprika into a small bowl and then mix until throughly combined.
- 5. Take 3 tablespoons of the melted butter, and brush into each of the potatoes; making sure to get in in-between each one of the fan slices.
- 6. Take the breadcrumb mixture, and pat 1/4 on the top of each of the potatoes. Sprinkle the tops with some big flakes of sea salt... to your taste.
- 7. Place a rack in the lower position, and preheat your oven to 430f (220c).
- 8. Place the potatoes in a lightly oiled baking dish, cover with foil, and then bake, covered, for about 40 minutes. Chef's Note: At the CIA we used an arched baking rack, so the potatoes didn't bake on a flat surface, and the arch in the rack helped to fan out the slices... neat trick.
- 9. Remove foil, and continue baking for about 15 additional minutes, or until the skin turns crispy.
- 10. Plate/Prepare This is, of course, a side dish, so use it as your one starch in just about any meal. As a matter of fact, I've taken these out of the oven, smothered them in my homemade chili recipe, and made it a meal... Keep the faith, and keep cooking...
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Emmanuel Onuh
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Kathleen Pasalosdos
[email protected]These potato fans were a big disappointment. They were bland and soggy.
Tareq Uddin
[email protected]I've tried making these potato fans a few times, but I can never get them to turn out right.
Shehzada Bashir Ahmed {Karachi Walay}
[email protected]These potato fans are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort.
TouchingLives PropheticMinistries
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but these potato fans are an exception. They're so crispy and flavorful.
Precious Thomas
[email protected]These potato fans are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
Crystal Burrell
[email protected]I've made these potato fans several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and everyone loves them.
Azizur Rahman
[email protected]These potato fans are the perfect finger food for parties.
Lilo Balladeer
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook potatoes, and these potato fans are definitely a winner.
ALEX ARKO
[email protected]These potato fans are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Zandile Mnisi
[email protected]I love that you can customize these potato fans with different toppings. I've tried them with cheese, bacon, and even chili.
Abulfazl Yosofi
[email protected]These potato fans are so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it.
lillian zimmerman
[email protected]I've tried other potato fan recipes before, but this one is definitely the best. The combination of flavors is perfect.
Saeed Kamil
[email protected]I made these potato fans for a potluck and they were gone in minutes!
Kelmogelo Kmogelo
[email protected]These potato fans are a great way to use up leftover potatoes. They're also a fun and easy snack to make for kids.
Dareen Ahmed
[email protected]I love how crispy the edges of these potato fans get. They're so flavorful and satisfying.
Frunza Collections
[email protected]These potato fans are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're easy to make, look impressive, and taste amazing.
Kleisa Kleisa
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about these at first, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're so delicious and addictive!
tsatsi molapo
[email protected]I've made these potato fans several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Kayla Hood
[email protected]These potato fans were a huge hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.