Gourmet Jansson's Temptation

Gourmet Jansson's Temptation

80 mins
medium
4 servings

A delicious and comforting Swedish classic, elevated with modern techniques. This recipe offers a flavorful twist on the traditional Jansson's Frestelse.

Comfort FoodSwedishVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Baking dish
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 1.00 mediumYellow Onion(Thinly sliced for even cooking)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsButter(Use high-quality butter for best flavor)
  • 750.00 gramsPotatoes(Russet or Yukon Gold, thinly sliced)
  • 125.00 gramsAnchovy Paste(For a richer flavor, use high-quality anchovy paste)
  • 3.00 cupsHeavy Cream(Use full-fat heavy cream for a luxurious texture)
  • 1.00 tablespoonBreadcrumbs(Panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Sauté sliced onions in 1 tablespoon of butter until softened.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Slice potatoes thinly and set aside.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Combine anchovy paste with heavy cream.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Grease a 8x8 inch baking dish.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Layer potatoes, onions, and anchovy cream mixture in the dish.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Dot with remaining butter.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until heated through and golden brown.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

10

Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Estimated time: 10 minutes