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Raclette
Boil the potatoes in their skins in salted water until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and keep warm in a cloth-lined basket or a low oven.
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How long does Raclette take?
50 min all in — 20 min prep, 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Gluten-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
A bit special — about $16–28 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Oven, Baking tray.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
What can I use instead?
Raclette cheese → Young Gruyère, Fontina or Appenzeller. They all melt well. Fontina is the closest in texture.
Any tips from this recipe?
Raclette cheese from the Valais is stronger and more interesting than the supermarket block made for grills. Both melt well. Leave the rind on the slices. It holds the cheese together in the pan and turns crisp. Cold drinks are blamed in Switzerland for the cheese setting in your stomach. Warm tea or wine is tradition; whether it helps is another matter.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.