Stuffed Potato Tart

Here is a delicious recipe for a stuffed potato tart, a dish that combines the creaminess of potatoes with a tasty filling.

Ingredients

• 1 kg of potatoes
• 100 g of grated cheese (Parmesan or pecorino)
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Nutmeg to taste
• 200 g of cooked ham, diced
• 150 g of mozzarella or scamorza (or another stringy cheese of your choice)
• Butter for greasing the pan
• Breadcrumbs for the pan

Preparation

1. Begin by peeling the potatoes and boiling them in salted water until tender. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.

2. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

3. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork until smooth.

4. To the mashed potatoes, add the grated cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. Mix well until you have a uniform mixture.

5. Grease a baking dish with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs to prevent the tart from sticking during cooking.

6. Spread half of the potato mixture in the dish, creating an even layer.

7. Distribute the cooked ham and diced cheese (mozzarella or scamorza) over the potato layer.

8. Cover the filling with the rest of the potato mixture, leveling the surface well.

9. If desired, you can sprinkle the surface with more grated cheese or breadcrumbs to achieve a golden crunchiness.

10. Bake the potato tart for about 40-45 minutes or until it reaches a nice golden color and the surface is crispy.

11. Allow to cool slightly before cutting and serving.

Curiosity

The potato tart is a very versatile dish, and the great thing is that you can customize the filling to your taste. For example, you can use spinach and ricotta for a vegetarian version or sausage and mushrooms for a more rustic flavor. It’s a great way to turn simple potatoes into a substantial and flavorful meal.