Pommes Anna (Potatoes Anna)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Flaky and buttery Pommes Anna recipe that is perfect for a fancy dinner party

by The Chefin Appetizer/Side

Prep

25 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Intermediate

Rating

Ingredients

	1 teaspoon kosher salt or 1 teaspoon sea salt
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper
	2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
	3 lbs peeled baking potatoes , cut into 1/8 inch thick slices
	1 tablespoon unsalted butter , melted and divided
	1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

274

Sugar

Fat

16g

Pommes Anna is a classic French potato dish that is named after the French actress Anna Deslions. It is traditionally served as a side dish at fancy dinner parties and often made with butter, potatoes, salt, and pepper. The dish is known for its golden brown, crispy exterior, and soft, buttery layers. Pommes Anna can be enjoyed on its own or paired with various main dishes such as beef, chicken, or fish. The dish is easy to make with a few basic ingredients, making it perfect for both novice and professional cooks.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and spray a 9 inch cake pan with cooking spray.
2.	In a small bowl, mix together salt and black pepper and set aside.
3.	In a large skillet, melt 2 1/2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
4.	Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet in an even layer and sprinkle the salt and black pepper mixture over the potatoes.
5.	Cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6.	Transfer the potatoes to the greased cake pan and arrange them in layers, brushing melted butter between each layer.
7.	Bake the Pommes Anna for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
8.	Let the Pommes Anna cool for 5 minutes before running a knife around the edges and inverting it onto a serving plate.

PROS

Pommes Anna are elegant, delicious, and easy to make.
They go well with many main dishes, and can be dressed up with various herbs and spices.
They are also relatively healthy as long as they are consumed in moderation.

CONS

Making Pommes Anna can be time-consuming and requires some skill in slicing the potatoes thinly and evenly.
They are also high in calories and fat due to the use of butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, Pommes Anna has some health benefits. Potatoes are a good source of vitamins C and B6, potassium, and fiber. Eating potatoes in moderation can help promote healthy blood pressure, lower the risk of heart disease, and aid in digestion.