Potato and Tomato Gratin with Breadcrumb Topping

Name: Potato and Tomato Gratin with Breadcrumb Topping
Yield: Serves 6 to 8
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: ¼ cup, extra-virgin olive oil; 2 , onions, halved and sliced thin; 1 tablespoon, minced fresh oregano; , Salt and pepper; 2 pounds, russet potatoes; 3 pounds, plum tomatoes, cored and sliced ¼ inch thick; 3 ounces, Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (1½ cups); ¼ cup, panko bread crumbs

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Lucania, the area of Italy settled by the Lucani in ancient times, encompassed much of the area that is now Basilicata and, even today, residents will still refer to themselves as Lucani.

A cookbook recipe exclusively for All-Access members from Tasting Italy

SERVES6 to 8

Italian Name:Patate alla lucana

Potato and Tomato Gratin with Breadcrumb Topping

A cookbook recipe exclusively for All-Access members from Tasting Italy

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

In keeping with much of the local cuisine, this rustic dish is simple and intended to showcase the humble fruits of the region's rich soil as well as to provide field workers with a hearty, economical, and nutrient-dense lunch. A common inc...

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