Recipe of Raclette
Raclette is a delightful dish enjoyed in both Switzerland and France, featuring melted cheese served with an array of accompaniments. It's a cozy and sociable meal perfect for a winter evening. The dish gets its name from the French verb "racler," meaning to scrape, as the melted cheese is scraped onto diners' plates.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
20 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Cheeses
Ingredients
- 1 wheel of Raclette cheese (about 2-3 pounds)
- 8-10 small potatoes
- Pickles, gherkins, and pearl onions
- Cured meats (prosciutto, salami)
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes)
- Fresh bread, sliced
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Instructions:
- Boil the potatoes until they are tender, usually for about 15-20 minutes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, cut the Raclette cheese into thin slices, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Once the potatoes are done, place them on a serving platter along with the pickles, gherkins, pearl onions, cured meats, fresh vegetables, and bread.
- Bring out the Raclette machine or grill and heat it up.
- Place a few slices of Raclette cheese in the small pans or on the grill, and melt the cheese until it's bubbling and slightly browned.
- Serve the hot, melted Raclette cheese over the boiled potatoes, and enjoy it with your choice of accompaniments.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Raclette and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Raclette to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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