F all is a time for comfort food, hearty dishes and warming flavors. Whether you’re making a side dish for the family Thanksgiving celebration or whipping up a decadent accompaniment for a romantic date night at home, these 15-hour potatoes are sure to impress.

These intricate layered potatoes are delicate and soft on the inside while crispy and crunchy on the outside, making them worth every minute of the 15 hours it takes to prepare them. The hearty flavor of the beef fat mixed with the cream and salt results in a heavenly bite of potato that pairs well with any meal.

Ingredients

• 200 grams of melted beef fat

• 3.5 pounds of russet potatoes

• Sea salt to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes using a mandoline for speed and consistency.

3. Melt the beef fat and mix in salt and potato slices.

4. Line a loaf pan and layer the potato slices on top of one another one by one.

5. Place parchment paper on top and bake in the oven for three hours or until tender.

6. Once cooked, add weight to the top of the potatoes to compress them. Experts recommend using cans or pie weights.

7. Leave the potatoes in the fridge for 12 hours to set.

8. Once set, cut the loaf into small, uniform squares.

9. Deep fry the squares at 375 degrees until crispy and golden brown.

10. Sprinkle with salt immediately after frying and enjoy.

Crediting The Chef:

This recipe was popularized by British Chef Poppy O’Toole. Known for her TikTok presence and YouTube channel Poppy Cook’s, chef Poppy has gone viral numerous times for her potato recipes. Her 15-hour potato video has received over 18.4 million views.