Jansson's Temptation (Shellfish-Free)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Potatoes
• 2 medium Onions
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Anchovy substitute (e.g., kelp flakes)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel the 2 lbs of potatoes and the 2 medium onions. Thinly slice the 2 lbs of potatoes into 1/8-inch thick rounds, and thinly slice the 2 medium onions into 1/8-inch thick half-moons.
2. 2Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced 2 medium onions to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent.
3. 3Use the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to thoroughly grease a 9x13 inch (or similar 3-quart) baking dish.
4. 4Arrange one-third of the sliced 2 lbs of potatoes in an even layer at the bottom of the greased baking dish. Sprinkle half of the sautéed 2 medium onions over the potatoes, then distribute 1 tablespoon of the 2 tablespoons of anchovy substitute (kelp flakes) evenly over the onions. Season this layer with 1/4 teaspoon of the 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Repeat this layering: another third of the potatoes, the remaining half of the onions, the remaining 1 tablespoon of anchovy substitute (kelp flakes), and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper. Finish with the last third of the potatoes on top.
5. 5Carefully pour the 2 cups of heavy cream evenly over the layered potatoes and onions. Sprinkle the 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs over the entire top surface of the casserole.
6. 6Place the baking dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 60-70 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork, and the top is golden brown and bubbling.
7. 7Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Let the Jansson's Temptation stand for 10 minutes before serving; this allows the casserole to set slightly and makes it easier to serve.

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