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Irish Potato Farls

As simple as can be. 

  • 1 1/4 pounds potatoes, peeled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
 

Method

Cut potatoes in half and put in large saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring water to a boil.  When boiling, lower heat to a shaking, quaking simmer.   Cook, covered, for about 20 to 30 minutes, or until potatoes break when pierced with a fork.   

Pour out into a colander.  Let dry for just a minute then put back into saucepan.  Cook over low heat. This step is primarily to dry the potatoes.  Add butter and mash the potatoes . When well=mashed, add flour and salt, and stir to combine.  This will form a doughy mixture.  Gather into a ball.

Turn the ball onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.  Do not overdo this step as it requires just a little kneading. 

Divide dough in half. Roll first half into a circle, about 1/4 in. thick and eight inches around. Divide into quarters and put each quarter on a plate to set aside.  Repeat with second half.

In large nonstick skillet, heat 1/3 to 1/2 the oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook each triangular piece of dough on each side until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.  Adding cooking oil as necessary.

Serves: 8

Contributor:  Jennifer Goode

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