Craving that classic cheesy potato comfort food but need to skip the dairy? Prepare to have your taste buds blown away by this game-changing dairy-free recipe that proves you don't need traditional cheese to create an incredibly delicious and creamy potato dish. Whether you're lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply looking to explore exciting plant-based alternatives, these "Cheesy" Potatoes will become your new obsession - so creamy, so cheesy, you won't believe they're completely dairy-free!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup dairy-free cheese shreds
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or dairy-free cooking spray.
- Wash, peel, and dice the potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. Place the diced potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a creamy dairy-free cheese sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the diced potatoes and gently toss to coat each potato piece evenly with the mixture.
- Transfer the coated potatoes to the prepared baking dish, spreading them in a single layer to promote even cooking and browning.
- Sprinkle dairy-free cheese shreds evenly across the top of the potatoes, ensuring good coverage.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes to allow potatoes to soften.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and the dairy-free cheese is melted and slightly crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the dish to set and cool slightly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired, and serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Tips
- Cut potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Use nutritional yeast for that authentic cheesy flavor - it's the secret weapon in dairy-free cooking.
- Don't skip the foil cover in the first baking stage; it helps steam and soften the potatoes perfectly.
- For extra crispiness, consider broiling for 2-3 minutes at the end to get golden, slightly crisp edges.
- Experiment with different dairy-free cheese brands to find your favorite melting and flavor profile.
- Fresh herbs like chives or parsley can elevate the dish's presentation and add a fresh flavor dimension.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to set and flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
