Potatoes Romanoff Cheesy Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 3 large russet potatoes, baked and chilled overnight, skins left on
02 - 3 tablespoons salted butter
03 - 0.25 cup diced shallot
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 2 teaspoons salt
06 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 1.5 cups sour cream
08 - 2.5 cups freshly shredded sharp white cheddar cheese, divided
09 - 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Grease a 2-litre baking dish.
02 - In a small pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Sauté diced shallot until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove mixture from heat.
03 - Using a box grater or food processor, grate cold baked potatoes with skins intact.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, mix sour cream, salt, black pepper, 2 cups of the cheddar, and the sautéed shallot and garlic. Gently fold in shredded potatoes to retain their texture, stirring until just combined.
05 - Gently transfer potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle with remaining cheddar and grated parmesan cheese.
06 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

# Notes:

01 - For best texture, bake potatoes a day in advance and chill overnight before grating.
02 - If preparing ahead, refrigerate unbaked casserole and increase baking time to 45 minutes.
03 - To reheat leftovers, cover with foil and warm in a 175°C oven until heated through. Add a splash of milk or cream if the texture appears dry.
04 - At a multi-course meal, this dish can yield up to 8–10 portions.