Name: Steakhouse Potatoes Romanoff
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 605 min
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter, or as needed; 3 large russet potatoes, scrubbed; 0.25 cup minced shallots; 3 teaspoons kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste; 2.5 cups grated sharp white Cheddar cheese; 1.75 cups sour cream

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 45 mins

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

10 hrs 5 mins

Servings:

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You can make steakhouse-worthy potatoes Romanoff in the comfort of your own home. No, it's not too good to be true! Chef John's potatoes Romanoff recipe is just as good as your favorite restaurant — and it's super easy to make with basic ingredients.

What Is Potatoes Romanoff?

Potatoes Romanoff is a rich, decadent steakhouse side dish. Baked potatoes are shredded and combined with cheese, sour cream, shallots, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to make this incredibly creamy and satisfying recipe.

Potatoes Romanoff Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make Chef John's potatoes Romanoff:

Potatoes
Starchy russet potatoes are perfect for this recipe, as they absorb all the creamy ingredients and flavors.

Shallots
You could also use minced green onions, leeks, or plain yellow onions.

Seasonings
Aside from the fresh shallots, this potatoes Romanoff recipe also gets its flavor from salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Cheese
Sharp white Cheddar cheese adds just the right amount of flavor and creaminess. You could also use regular Cheddar if that's what you have on hand.

Sour Cream
Rich, tangy sour cream is the perfect way to finish off this top-rated recipe for potatoes Romanoff.

How to Make Potatoes Romanoff

You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's what you can expect when you make Chef John's potatoes Romanoff:

Bake and Chill Potatoes

Wrap each potato in foil and place on a baking sheet. Use a knife to poke holes in the potatoes, then bake until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork. Allow the potatoes to cool completely, unwrap, and place on a plate. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Shred Potatoes

Use a cheese grater to shred the (skin-on) potatoes into a large bowl. Add shallots, seasonings, and cheese. Mix well. Add sour cream and stir until just-combined.

Bake

Transfer the potato mixture to a buttered casserole dish. Pat it down lightly. Bake until the potatoes are hot and the top is browned.

What to Serve With Potatoes Romanoff

Of course, a side of potatoes Romanoff is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite cut of steak (but we wouldn't judge you if you enjoyed this hearty dish as its own entree). In need of some delicious inspiration? Peruse these collections of some of our favorite steak recipes:

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How to Store Potatoes Romanoff

Store your leftover potatoes Romanoff in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven until the potatoes are heated through.

Can You Freeze Potatoes Romanoff?

Yes, you can freeze potatoes Romanoff. You might want to cook the potatoes in a disposable pan for easier freezing. Allow the dish to cool completely, then wrap the whole pan in one layer of storage wrap. Follow that up with one layer of foil for added protection. Freeze for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"This dish is fabulous," raves Alison Libby. "Made just as written. Get your grill out and pop on some steaks, cook up these potatoes and add a vegetable if you must. And don't forget some wine!"

"This is absolutely incredible," according to Allrecipes Allstar Howard. "It's light, airy, and fluffy! I used Kosher salt, and it was slightly salty for my taste. I will cut back on it a little next time around, and there will be many next times!!!! What a terrific recipe!"

"I made these tonight for dinner alongside a rib eye steak that was 1-1/2 inches thick," says Domsmom95. "They were outstanding. One of the best potato dishes I've ever had. I will be making these again! Super good! Love, love, love!"

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

1 teaspoon butter, or as needed
3 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
¼ cup minced shallots
3 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 ½ cups grated sharp white Cheddar cheese
1 ¾ cups sour cream

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Poke holes into potatoes using a knife. Wrap each potato in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.

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Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are very tender and easily pierced with a knife, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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Let potatoes cool to room temperature. Unwrap and place on a plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely chilled, 8 hours to overnight.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Butter a casserole dish.
Leave skin on potatoes. Use a cheese grater to shred potatoes into a large bowl. Add shallots to potatoes; season with salt, white pepper, and cayenne. Toss with two forks until well combined.

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Add Cheddar cheese and mix well. Gently toss in sour cream until barely combined.

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Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, piling it up high, then patting it down very lightly.

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Bake in the preheated oven until piping hot and the top is browned, 30 to 35 minutes.

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Tips

You can use 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons fine salt in place of the kosher salt. Ground black pepper can be used instead of white.

If you do use shallots, note that a little will go a long way because they go in raw. Feel free to saute them in a little butter to take off the sharp, raw edge. Besides shallots, some thinly sliced green onions would be great, as would sauteed leeks, or even just finely minced yellow onions.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

370	Calories
23g	Fat
29g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 370
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g	29%
Saturated Fat 14g	72%
Cholesterol 61mg	20%
Sodium 979mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 29g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 14g
Vitamin C 29mg	144%
Calcium 335mg	26%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 732mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.