04. JANSSONS FRESTELSE - JANSSON'S TEMPTATION

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Jansson's Temptation is a beloved Swedish casserole that brings cozy and comforting flavors to the table. This dish combines potatoes, onions, anchovies, and cream into a delectable gratin. Traditionally served during the holiday season, it's a savory triumph that's perfect as a main course or side dish.

Ingredients

🧅 2 yellow onions sliced
🥔 700g potatoes grated
🐟 250g anchovy fillets chopped, brine reserved
🥛 4 dl cream approximately 1.5 cups
🍞 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
🧈 Butter for sautéing onions, greasing the dish, and dotting on top

Instructions

1- Preheat Your Oven:

Set your oven to 225°C (430°F).

2- Sauté Onions:

In a generic non-stick frying pan, melt a generous amount of butter.
Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly browned. Set them aside.

3- Grate the Potatoes:

Using a stainless steel box grater, peel and grate the potatoes into thin matchsticks and place them in a bowl.

4- Prepare Anchovies:

Drain the brine from the anchovies into a separate small bowl, then chop the fillets into smaller pieces.

5- Grease the Baking Dish:

Generously butter a rectangular baking dish with a paper towel or kitchen towel.

6- Layer Ingredients:

Begin with a layer of grated potatoes at the bottom of the dish.
Add a layer of sautéed onions followed by chopped anchovies.
Repeat the layers, ensuring the top is finished with a layer of potatoes.

7- Add Liquids and Toppings:

Evenly pour the cream over the layered ingredients.
Drizzle the reserved anchovy brine over the cream.
Place small pieces of butter on top.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over everything.

8- Bake:

Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 60 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 75-80 minutes
Servings: Approximately 4-6

Equipment:

Non-stick frying pan generic
Box grater generic
Cutting board generic
Chef's knife generic
Rectangular baking dish generic
Oven implied

Cooking Tips:

Brine Importance: Saving the anchovy brine enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
Generous Greasing: Prevent the dish from sticking by thoroughly buttering the baking dish.
Layering for Even Flavor: Adjust the layers to ensure flavors are well distributed.

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