Potato Apples
Description
Perfect for the table and with drinks. This hot appetizer is essentially the same potato croquettes, only much healthier since they are not deep-fried. But you can make the “little apples” much more interesting in flavor if you add a filling inside—fried mushrooms or crab sticks make an excellent addition. Serve with greens and sauce.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the necessary ingredients. Peel the potatoes and rinse them.
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Step 2
Cut the potatoes into cubes and boil them in lightly salted water. Then drain the water completely, add thick sour cream and grated cheese.
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Step 3
Using a blender or potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth; the puree should be thick. Let the puree cool slightly.
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Step 4
In a convenient bowl, mix breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, and a little black ground pepper. Using a tablespoon, scoop the purée, roll into balls of equal size, and coat them in the breadcrumbs.
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Step 5
Transfer all the prepared ingredients to an ovenproof dish, make a small indentation on top, and later insert a bay leaf into it. Place the dish in an oven preheated to 200 degrees for 10–12 minutes under the top broiler to form a golden crust.
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Step 6
Transfer the potato apples to a flat plate, insert the bay leaves, and serve immediately.