(Potatoes) Pommes Anna

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

A delicious and classic French recipe for your dinner table

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

75 min

Ready In

105 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs small waxy potatoes
	5 ounces butter
	salt and black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

35g

Pommes Anna is a classic French dish that originated in the late 19th century. It consists of thinly sliced potatoes that are layered and baked in butter until golden brown and crispy. This dish is beloved for its rich and savory taste, and it can be served as a side dish or as a main course with a salad or roasted vegetables. It is perfect for dinner parties or special occasions, and is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Slice the potatoes into very thin rounds using a mandoline.
3.	In a small saucepan, melt the butter until foamy.
4.	Grease a 9-inch tart pan with 1 tablespoon of the melted butter.
5.	Arrange the potato rounds in the pan, overlapping them slightly and seasoning them with salt and pepper as you go.
6.	Brush the potatoes with the remaining melted butter.
7.	Cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
8.	Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Pommes Anna is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your dinner guests.

The combination of thinly sliced potatoes and salty butter creates a rich and flavorful side dish.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat due to the amount of butter used.

It also takes some time and effort to prepare and cook properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6.
They also contain resistant starch, which can improve digestive health and lower blood sugar levels.