How to Make Cheese Rösti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheese Rösti is a traditional Swiss dish that is incredibly delicious and comforting. Originating from the canton of Bern, this hearty and satisfying dish is a popular choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and is loved by locals and visitors alike. The dish is made from grated potatoes that are formed into a large, crispy pancake and then topped with a generous amount of melted cheese, creating a rich and flavorful meal that is sure to satisfy any appetite.

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Ingredients

  • 6 large potatoes
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces Swiss cheese, grated
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons hot water

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and let cool.
  • Once cool, peel and grate potatoes.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in large nonstick skillet. Add a layer of potatoes and a layer of cheese, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Repeat layers. Dot each layer with remaining butter. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons hot water over the top layer, cover, and cook over low to medium heat until bottom layer browns.
  • Turn potato cake with spatula and brown other side.
  • Nutrition

    531 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 329mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 1122mg