Breastfeeding Friendly Swiss Rösti
Golden, crispy on the outside and tender all the way through, this classic Swiss potato cake is the kind of simple, satisfying comfort food that fits beautifully into a nourishing postpartum routine. Potatoes are a wholesome, energy-dense staple that can help support the extra caloric demands that come with nursing, and this recipe keeps things clean and straightforward — just potatoes, butter, oil, salt, and pepper. The overnight refrigeration step is the real secret here, giving the starches time to firm up so you get that signature shatteringly crisp crust without any fuss or special equipment. Butter adds a rich, satisfying flavor and contributes fat-soluble nutrients that matter when you're feeding both yourself and a baby. The technique of parboiling, chilling, and then grating means the rösti holds together beautifully in the pan and flips with confidence. Serve it in wedges straight from the skillet — it pairs well with eggs, smoked fish, or simply a dollop of sour cream for a quick, filling meal you can actually sit down and enjoy.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs (about 4 medium) yukon gold or russet potatoes
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola oil or sunflower oil), divided
Instructions
- 1
Place the whole, unpeeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until a skewer meets firm resistance about 1 inch in from the surface but the center is still raw, about 12–15 minutes — the potatoes should be about halfway cooked through. Drain and let cool completely, then refrigerate uncovered for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- 2
Peel the cold parboiled potatoes. Using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor fitted with a grating disc, grate the potatoes into a large bowl. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and toss gently to distribute.
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