Description
Steakhouse Potatoes Romanov is a comforting baked potato dish featuring tender russet potatoes mixed with sour cream, melted butter, and onions, then topped with sharp Cheddar cheese and baked until bubbly and golden. Garnished with fresh chives or green onions, this dish makes a perfect side for steak or any hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 large russet potatoes
Mix-In Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh chives or green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and cut the russet potatoes into chunks and boil them in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes, ensuring they are soft but still hold some shape.
- Drain Potatoes: Drain the boiled potatoes thoroughly and let them dry for a few minutes to remove excess moisture, which will help the texture in the final dish.
- Make Sour Cream Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, melted unsalted butter, finely chopped onion, salt, and black pepper, mixing until well incorporated for a creamy flavorful base.
- Fold in Potatoes: Gently fold the boiled potatoes into the sour cream mixture, being careful to keep some chunks intact for texture throughout the dish.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Transfer the potato and sour cream mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly to prepare for baking.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the grated sharp Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the potatoes to create a rich, bubbly crust when baked.
- Bake Dish: Bake the assembled dish in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped chives or green onions before serving to add a vibrant, fresh flavor and color.
Notes
- For a deeper onion flavor, sauté the chopped onions in butter before mixing with the sour cream.
- Russet potatoes are ideal for this recipe due to their starchy texture which creates a creamy interior.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on the sharpness of your cheese and individual preference.
- This dish pairs exceptionally well with steak or grilled meats.
- Can be prepared ahead up to step 6, then baked when ready to serve.
