Oakhill Potatoes

Oakhill Potatoes is a delightful comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table without straining your budget. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or buffets and can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient option for busy chefs. Imagine layers of tender potatoes and chopped hard-boiled eggs, draped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce with the savory accent of bacon and onions. This dish is topped with crispy, buttery breadcrumbs, which add a delightful contrast to the creamy filling beneath. The recipe can easily be adapted for a vegetarian diet by omitting the bacon and doubling the amount of cheese.

Oakhill Potatoes Ingredients

▪️ 4 large (about 800g) cooked all-purpose or floury potatoes
▪️ 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and roughly chopped
▪️ 2 rashers bacon
▪️ 1 medium onion
▪️ 50g butter
▪️ ¼ cup flour
▪️ 1 tsp dry mustard
▪️ 1 tsp salt
▪️ 2 cups milk
▪️ ½ cup grated tasty cheddar cheese
▪️ 1 tbsp butter
▪️ 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

How to make Oakhill Potatoes

Step 1: Slice the cooked potatoes and place them into a shallow, sprayed or buttered baking dish. Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs.

Step 2: Chop the bacon and onion and cook together in 50g of butter in a large pot until the onion is transparent.

Step 3: Stir in the flour, dry mustard, and salt, then add half of the milk, stirring constantly while bringing to a boil.

Step 4: Add the remaining milk and bring to the boil again. Remove from heat, then stir in the grated cheddar cheese immediately. If the sauce is too thick, thin it with some extra milk.

Step 5: Pour the sauce over the potatoes, ensuring the entire surface is covered.

Step 6: Make the buttered crumbs by melting 1 tbsp of butter and stirring it into the fresh breadcrumbs.

Step 7: Top the sauce with the buttered crumbs. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours or bake immediately in the middle of the oven at 180ºC for 30-45 minutes until the potato mixture is heated through and the crumb topping is golden brown.

Overview of Oakhill Potatoes

Category	Details
Preparation Time	30 minutes
Cooking Time	30-45 minutes
Servings	4-6 servings
Nutritional Information	Protein: Varies per serving, Carbohydrates: Varies per serving, Fats: Varies per serving
Energy	Varies per serving kJ (Varies per serving cal)
Main Ingredients	Potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, onion, cheese
Sauce Ingredients	Butter, flour, dry mustard, salt, milk, cheddar cheese
Cooking Method	Boiling, Baking
Meal Categories	Dinner, Comfort Food, Family Meals
Key Flavors	Savory, Creamy, Cheesy
Texture	Creamy inside with a crunchy breadcrumb topping
Dietary Information	Vegetarian option available (without bacon)
Allergen Information	Contains dairy and eggs
Storage Tips	Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Serving Suggestions	Serve with a fresh salad and small bread rolls

Fun Facts about Oakhill Potatoes

▪️ Oakhill Potatoes can be traced back to traditional American comfort food dishes that utilize basic, budget-friendly ingredients.
▪️ This dish is highly adaptable and can be modified with different cheeses or additional vegetables for varied flavors.
▪️ Oakhill Potatoes can be made in advance, making it perfect for entertaining or for those nights when you need a quick meal.
▪️ The breadcrumb topping adds an inviting crunch, contrasting beautifully with the creamy potato mixture underneath.
▪️ Using floury potatoes is crucial for achieving the best texture and absorbing the delicious sauce.