The stuffed potato cake with cheese and cooked ham is one of my favorite last-minute dinner saviors.
A perfect fridge-cleaner because it can be personalized with the cheeses and cured meats you have on hand, turning them into a tasty dish.
Delicious, rich, and appetizing, and easy to prepare. With few ingredients and low cost, you get high yield.
Loved by both adults and children
The encounter between the crispy potato crust, the soft heart, the melted cheese, and the delicate flavor of the cooked ham creates a perfect combination of tastes and textures.
Potatoes provide complex carbohydrates that give energy, cheese provides protein and calcium, while cooked ham adds savoriness and a protein touch.
It suits family lunches, dinners with friends, or buffets because it can be served warm or lukewarm.
It can be accompanied by fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or even a light sauce, like vegan mayonnaise, for an even more complete meal.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for the Preparation of the Stuffed Potato Cake
- 1.76 lbs potatoes
- 4.23 oz cooked ham
- 3.53 oz smoked scamorza cheese
- to taste coarse salt
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- 1 Pot
- 1 Potato Masher
- 1 Baking Pan
- 1 Glass
Steps for the Preparation of the Stuffed Potato Cake
For a perfect preparation of the delicious stuffed potato cake, WATCH THE VIDEO RECIPE
Choose organic or locally grown floury potatoes like yellow or red ones.
Wash them under running water with the skin on, and if they’re small, leave them whole. If they are large, cut them in half. Bring a pot full of water to a boil and add the potatoes and coarse salt, cooking for 30-40 minutes until done. Do the skewer test
After cooking, grease a round baking pan with a detachable bottom. Place three-quarters of the potatoes and mash them with a glass, as in the video, creating one-inch high edges.
Fill with slices of cooked ham and julienned scamorza or mozzarella cheese.
Cover with the remaining mashed potatoes using the potato masher, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and bake at 392°F for about 15-20 minutes until golden in a static oven. In an air fryer at 392°F for about 8 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve it hot to enjoy the melted and crunchy effect, or lukewarm for a more compact result.
And enjoy your taste from Barbara!
Tips and Storage for the Stuffed Potato Cake
You can stuff the potato cake with other types of cheeses and cured meats
It can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 2 days. Before serving, I recommend reheating it at 356°F for 8 minutes.
You can freeze it whole or in slices. Wrap it well with plastic wrap and put it in a food bag. It lasts up to 2 months. To defrost, leave it in the fridge overnight and then heat it in the oven at 356°F for 10 minutes.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I replace cooked ham with vegetables?
Yes, you can replace it with grilled vegetables, boiled spinach, or artichokes previously sautéed in a pan.
Can I substitute the cheese?
Yes, you can substitute it with vegan cheeses.
Which cheese is best for the melting heart?
Smoked Scamorza for a more intense flavor
Mozzarella for pizza because it has less water
Sweet Provola for perfect melting
Fontina or Gorgonzola for a more flavorful version
