Potatoes with Speck and Crucolo Cheese Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Potatoes with Speck and Crucolo Cheese Sauce
35 min.
6
335kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Potatoes with Speck and Crucolo Cheese Sauce, a dish that perfectly marries comfort and sophistication. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also promises to tantalize your taste buds with its rich flavors and creamy texture. Imagine tender, yellow-fleshed Yukon Gold potatoes, boiled to perfection and then generously draped in a luscious cheese sauce made from the exquisite Crucolo or Asiago Fresco cheese.

The addition of Italian speck, with its savory and slightly smoky notes, elevates this dish to new heights, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. With a preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering main course that serves six, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal at home, Potatoes with Speck and Crucolo Cheese Sauce is sure to impress. Dive into this culinary delight and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups asiago cheese grated
  • tablespoon salt 
  • ounces speck italian cut into 3/4-inch-wide julienne strips () (preferably from Alto Adige)
  • 0.7 cup milk whole
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes small to medium (2- to 3-inch-wide)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • whisk
  • pot
  • wooden spoon
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cover potatoes with cold water by 1 inch in a 4- to 5-quart pot and add salt, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender when pierced with a sharp knife, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, cook milk and cheese in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally with a whisk or wooden spoon, just until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth (do not boil), 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in speck.
  4. Drain potatoes in a colander and cut in half.
  5. Serve with sauce poured over them.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein23.82%
Fat41.52%
Carbs34.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.79
Glycemic Load
20.18
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.998260834943%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
1.21mg
Quercetin
1.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:335.43kcal
16.77%
Fat:15.52g
23.87%
Saturated Fat:8.64g
53.98%
Carbohydrates:29.14g
9.71%
Net Carbohydrates:25.82g
9.39%
Sugar:2.82g
3.13%
Cholesterol:37.82mg
12.61%
Sodium:1912.17mg
83.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.03g
40.06%
Calcium:546.02mg
54.6%
Phosphorus:416.34mg
41.63%
Vitamin C:29.79mg
36.1%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.28%
Potassium:734.49mg
20.99%
Selenium:12.25µg
17.49%
Magnesium:57.53mg
14.38%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.63%
Fiber:3.33g
13.31%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.24%
Zinc:1.81mg
12.07%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.9%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.56%
Vitamin B3:2.12mg
10.58%
Copper:0.18mg
9.09%
Iron:1.57mg
8.72%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.9%
Vitamin A:375.86IU
7.52%
Folate:27.11µg
6.78%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.63%
Vitamin K:3.66µg
3.49%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious
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