Jansson'S Temptation (Swedish Potato And Anchovy Casserole)

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   In a large skillet cook the onions in 2 tbsp of the butter over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until they are golden.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 400.

3. 3

   In a buttered 2 1/2- 3 quart shallow baking dish (13x9 works well), layer 1/3 of the potatoes, 1/2 of the onions, 1/2 of the chopped anchovies, salt and pepper to taste, 1/3 potatoes, 1/2 onions, 1/2 of the chopped anchovies, salt and pepper to taste, last third of potatoes.

4. 4

   Drizzle the top of potatoes with the reserved oil from the anchovy can (about 2 tbsp.) and dot them with the remaining 1 tbsp of butter cut into bits.

5. 5

   Bake the casserole on the middle rack for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour 3/4 cup of the cream over the potatoes and bake the casserole for 20 minutes more.

7. 7

   Pour the remaining cream over the casserole, reduce heat to 300, and bake for 30 minutes more or until the potatoes are tender.

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   Great served with anything that goes well with a potato side dish.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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