Wine + Cheese Tasting: Patatas Bravas

 


4 large potatoes, washed and thinly sliced
¾ cup olive oil
Kosher salt
Black pepper
1 cup Ibores Paprika cheese, grated

Directions

Heat oven to 400°. Gently toss the potatoes with oil, completely covering each piece. Season with salt.
Spread potatoes on a oiled baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes until crisp on the outside While potatoes are still hot, sprinkle with cheese and allow to melt slightly before serving.

Bravas sauce

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons minced onion
1/4 cup red wine
1 - 8 ounce can diced tomatoes
4 drops Tabasco
1 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teapsoon sugar
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Heat olive oil in non-reactive sauce pan on medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute about 2 minutes. Add red wine, simmer and reduce by half. Add diced tomatoes, Tabasco, red pepper flakes, thyme and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool to room temperature.

 

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