Leek, Potato & Sweet Potato Torte
"This recipe travels well! Bake it first reheat in a moderate oven. It can be stored in the fridge for up to two days. I like to put "Baker's helper " sheet (layered aluminum sheet to prevent burning) under the pie plate. When you put in the layers of potatoes take your time and do it artistically so the top layer looks attractive with the swirl of potatoes. This is very attractive and I love the combination of Leeks with the two types of potatoes"
- Ready In:
- 1hr 10mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Serves:
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4-6
ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large leeks, green trimmed off, washed well, sliced 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- salt & pepper
- 1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch slices
- 1 lb potato, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch slices
directions
- Have oven rack on lowest level, preheat to 450°F.
- Lightly oil a 9" deep pie plate, line it on the bottom with parchment and lightly oil the parchment.
- Heat the tbsp of oil in a skillet and saute the leeks and thyme for approx 5 minutes, watch they don't scorch, if necessary add a tbsp or two of water, remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange half of the sweet potatoes in the pie plate, have them slightly overlapping going around the plate ending up in the center of the pie plate--one layer but overlapped.
- Season with salt and pepper. Spread 1/3 of the leek mixture over the sweet potatoes.
- Layer half of the potatoes in the same manner as the sweet potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover with 1/3 leeks repeat with another final layer of potatoes. Cover with remaining leeks. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add final layer of sweet potatoes.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- To serve run a knife around the edge to loosen, invert onto a plate, remove parchment paper, slice in wedges and serve.
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Reviews
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So good as is, that I did not change the recipe when I made it for the second time. I use the new Renolds Release foil to line the pie pan. Press the layers down a bit as you go. Use a mandolin on medium for the slice thickness. Be sure to cover while baking. -
I made this for brunch and really liked how it was similar to a gratin, but not creamy, (and so, not so fattening as a gratin) I too added a bit of liquid and, as I didn't have any thyme, used sage and fresh rosemary instead. This will be a regular for me. -
The whole family loved this. I did add the tablespoon of chicken stock like Latchy suggested. I will make this again. -
I was going to look for something different to do with sweet potato and came across this recipe in the newest recipes. It is well worth doing, I found the flavour great, but mine didn't slice properly. I was wondering if there should be a little liquid that should be put in to help steam bake. Anyway that is what I will do next time just add a tablespoon of stock. I will do it again as it is using my favourite veges.
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I thought this dish was quite tasty. I did not give it five stars because it is not out of this world...just rather good. I doubled the leeks from 2 to 4 and added garlic to the recipe. I peeled the sweet potato but not the white potato. I also grated parmesan cheese into the layers. This is excellent with a side of eggs over easy and an avocado.
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Bergy
Small town in the Okanagan, B.C.
On January 10 2010 I will celebrate 9 years of Life with Zaar. I can't imagine being without it! It has become part of my daily routine.
I feel very privileged to be one of the hosts on the Photo Forum. Taking photos of my culinary efforts is a full time hobby and I love it. My friends all know what to expect when they come to dinner "Are you finished taking pictures?" or "Did you get a photo of so & so?" I never let them wait too long and the food is NEVER cold! I now have over 6000 photos on Zaar - some fairly good and some definitely not so good. I am happy to say that practice does help.
My roots are in Vancouver BC Canada - a very beautiful city that holds many wonderful memories for me. In 1990, I decided that for my retirement years I may want to settle in a smaller community and found a slice of heaven in the North Okanagan B.C. I love living here but every once in a while I miss the bright city lights, the Broadway shows and some of the small wonderful ethnic restaurants that Vancouver abounds in. That is easily resolved. I just take a trip to the coast, visit with friends for a weekend see a show and feast on Dim Sum or other specialty foods.
I am getting a bit long in the tooth but was a very adventurous person. I have river rafted Hell's Gate on the Fraser river, been up in a glider over Hawaii (no not a Hang Glider!), gone hot air ballooning in the Napa Valley & the Fraser Valley, driven dune buggies on the dunes in Oregon, Para sailing in Mexico and tried many other adventurous, challenging, fun things. I have yet to try bungee jumping or sky diving. I may do them yet. I love to travel and experience other cultures. Mexco has been a favorite haunt. I have visited that lovely country many many times. Australia is another favorite as is England!
In the past 16 months I have taken off 61 pounds and feel wonderful. I am off all medications and all systems are GO! In years I may be 79 but in spirit I am still in my forties. We are only as old as we allow ourselves to feel. Always think positive. Do something a bit challenging every day & always do something silly every day. Be a kid again! Laugh every day - it is internal jogging.
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