Garlic Roast Potato & Sage Wreath

This Garlic Roast Potato & Sage Wreath is more than just a dish; it’s a work of art that graces your table with its visual splendor and tantalizing aroma. Thinly sliced red-skinned and sweet potatoes are lovingly coated with a harmonious blend of melted Western Star Spreadable Original Soft and garlic, then elegantly arranged in a wreath shape. As it bakes to golden perfection, the addition of fragrant sage leaves adds a touch of herbal sophistication. This masterpiece is not only a feast for the senses but a perfect accompaniment to your choice of roasted meats or a delightful mixed leaf salad. Let’s embark on a culinary journey that transforms humble ingredients into a culinary masterpiece.

Prep 20 mins

Cook 1 hour

Serves 8-10 as a side

Difficulty Easy

INGREDIENTS:

• 1.2 kg (about 5) large red-skinned potatoes, thinly sliced
• 1.2 kg (about 3) medium sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
• 9 tablespoons (150 g) Western Star Spreadable Original Soft, melted
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3 teaspoons sea salt flakes
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• ¹/³ cup sage leaves

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. As the excitement builds, preheat your oven to 200°C / 180°C fan-forced, ensuring the perfect environment for your potato wreath to blossom. Begin by dividing the red-skinned and sweet potatoes into two separate large bowls, ready for their transformation.
2. In a bowl, meld the Western Star Spreadable Original Soft and crushed garlic, creating a luscious mixture that’s brimming with flavor. Generously season this blend with sea salt flakes and cracked black pepper, ensuring every spoonful holds a burst of savory delight. Divvy up this enticing mixture between the two sets of potatoes, coating each slice lovingly.
3. Now, it’s time to let your creativity flourish. Envision a circle of deliciousness as you arrange 5-6 slices of both red-skinned and sweet potatoes vertically along the inside edge of a large round baking dish. Let these stacks weave together to form the foundation of your wreath. Intermingle fragrant sage leaves at intervals, adding a touch of herbal elegance to your creation.
4. Continue this symphony of flavors by forming a smaller circle inside the larger one, repeating the process with the remaining potatoes and sage leaves. With each layer, you build not only a culinary masterpiece but a work of art that will soon grace your table.
5. As your masterpiece takes shape, place it in the oven and let it bake for approximately 1 hour. Watch as the potatoes transform into a medley of roasted goodness, becoming golden brown and irresistible.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Present your Garlic Roast Potato & Sage Wreath alongside roast chicken, pork, lamb, or beef for a harmonious pairing that elevates your meal to new heights. Complement the dish with steamed greens or a vibrant mixed leaf salad, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave your guests in awe.

NOTES:

• Feel free to explore various types of red-skinned potatoes, such as Desiree or Red Royale, to create the ideal texture and taste for your wreath.
• For an added touch of visual appeal, introduce a few additional sage leaves to the dish during the final 10 minutes of cooking.
• Keep a watchful eye on the browning process; if the potatoes start to brown quickly, consider covering them loosely with foil for the first half an hour, then proceeding without foil for the final half-hour of cooking.