Irish Potato Pie
Irish Potato Pie is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings. This layered delight features thinly sliced starchy potatoes, sweet onions, and sharp cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a rich cream that enhances every bite. Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side at family gatherings, this pie promises to bring warmth and joy to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, season the sliced potatoes with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté chopped onions until golden.
- Layer half of the potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half of the onions and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Pour heavy cream over the top layer of potatoes.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil for the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg