These potatoes tell a story of happy accidents. Mom Prudhomme was busy raising a house full of children—changing diapers, cooking, and doing laundry without running water. One day, the potatoes scorched a little in the pan, and everyone loved the flavor. That little bit of burn became the secret to a new family favorite.
Ralph, one of Chef Paul’s brothers, later helped cook this dish with her and loved to pile the smothered potatoes high on homemade rolls to make sandwiches. The recipe features Chef Paul’s Vegetable Magic® or Meat Magic® seasonings, bringing that signature flavor to this humble yet delicious dish. These are the kinds of memories that flavor runs deep in.
