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german potatoes

Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

A great side dish.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For german potatoes

  • 2 3/4 lb
    russet potatoes
  • vegetable oil
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 1/2 c
    onion, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp
    paprika

How To Make german potatoes

  • 1
    Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • 2
    Rinse with cold water. Drain.
  • 3
    Pat potatoes dry with kitchen towels.
  • 4
    Pour oil into heavy deep skillet to depth of 3/4-inch.
  • 5
    Heat over medium-high heat until thermometer registers 375F.
  • 6
    Working in batches, add potatoes to skillet; cook until light golden, about 15 minutes.
  • 7
    Using slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to paper towels. Cool.
  • 8
    Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • 9
    Add onions and paprika and saute until onions are golden, about 5 minutes. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover separately and keep at room temperature).
  • 10
    Preheat oven to 400F.
  • 11
    Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in skillet with sauteed onions over medium-high heat.
  • 12
    Add potatoes and saute until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  • 13
    Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 14
    Spread mixture on heavy large baking sheet.
  • 15
    Bake until potatoes are cooked through and crisp, about 15 minutes.

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