Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

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Potatoes are a widely used ingredient in kitchens around the world, prepared in various ways. Some African civilizations have relied on potatoes as a staple food due to their long storage life and ability to grow in both summer and winter. There are countless recipes using potatoes, whether boiled, roasted, baked, or microwaved, served alone or with sauces. Today, we bring you a simple yet incredibly delicious recipe—cheesy potatoes, a dish found on the menus of upscale restaurants and fast-food chains alike, loved by both kids and adults.

Cheesy Potato Wedges Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 potato, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Spread the potato wedges on a prepared baking tray and fold the edges of aluminum foil around them.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the potatoes, then seal the foil completely.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the potatoes turn crispy.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with sour cream.

Cheesy Potato Samosa Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 potato
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 3 tbsp cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 pack of samosa wrappers
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. Boil the potato in water until soft, then mash it in a large bowl.
  2. Add butter, milk, cream cheese, and mozzarella cheese to the mashed potatoes.
  3. Mix in salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined.
  4. Place a small portion of the filling on the edge of a samosa wrapper and fold it into a triangle.
  5. Deep-fry the samosas in hot oil until golden and crispy.
  6. Serve hot.

Cheesy Potatoes with Ground Beef

Ingredients

  • 2 cups oil for frying
  • 3 potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and fry the potatoes until golden. Drain excess oil.
  2. In another pan, cook the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
  3. Once the beef is cooked, add the mozzarella cheese and stir until melted.
  4. Pour the cheesy beef mixture over the fried potatoes and serve immediately.

Cheesy Potatoes in the Microwave

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 3 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Coat the potato wedges with olive oil.
  2. Microwave until fully cooked.
  3. Remove from the microwave, sprinkle with salt and shredded cheese, then microwave again until the cheese melts.
  4. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Enjoy your delicious cheesy potato dishes! 🧀🥔

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