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Fondant Potatoes Recipe

4 servings
Vegetarian Diet, France Finishing in the Oven

While the name “fondant potatoes” may sound fancy, it is very easy to prepare and still tastes and looks memorable. It will be a great and original side to steaks and many other dishes; and it will bring a welcome change to your plate.

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Tom the Chef Tom the Chef Founder
November 10, 2023
Fondant Potatoes Recipe in detail on the plate with kitchen in the background
  • 75 min.
  • 75 min.
  • 1/5
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Best served with:

Easy Salmon Fillets with Herb Butter
Filet Mignon with Demi-Glace Sauce

Directions:

1. Preparation:

Let’s begin preparation of the Fondant Potatoes Recipe by preheating the oven.

Set oven to preheat at 350°F.

2. Potato Preparation:

2.1.

Rinse potatoes under cold water.

2.2.

Then peel the potatoes.

2.3.

Cut off the ends of the potatoes.

2.4.

Cut each potato into 2 even sections (or 3 for large potatoes).

2.5.

Optional: Using a cookie cutter, cut into precise uniform cylinders. Use the leftover potato to prepare mashed potatoes to prevent food waste.

2.6.

Place sections on the plate and generously salt and pepper each section from all sides.

3. Pan Sear with Finishing in the Oven:

3.1.

Preheat the fry pan on a high heat burner with 2 TBSP of frying.

3.2.

Place potatoes into the pan and briefly sear from one side until you reach a nice sear (about 1 – 2 minutes).

3.3. Add:

6 cloves of garlic – crushed and with the skin
2 sprigs of rosemary

3.4. Then pour over:

1 cup of chicken broth

3.5.

Add on the top of each potato a section of sliced butter.

3.6. Place the potatoes into a preheated oven until fully cooked (about 40 – 50 minutes).

Note: 
If you are not sure when the potatoes are done, extend the baking time to a full 50 minutes, and then test by removing one potato section from the pan, cut through and taste.

3.7.

Pour the pan juices over the potatoes a few times while finishing in the oven (preferably every 10 minutes or at least 2 times).

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4. Serving Fondant Potatoes Recipe:

4.1.

Serve two potato sections for a portion (one portion could have 3 – 4 sections).

4.2.

Decorate with garlic and thyme from the pan.

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Fondant Potatoes Article

If you want to elevate your potato game, it’s time to explore the world of fondant potatoes. This classic French dish transforms humble potatoes into a side with stunning visual appeal and incredible flavor. Tender and infused with rich flavor, these crisp-edged potato cylinders are sure to leave a lasting impression.

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