Crispy Homemade Hash Browns with Cheese Sauce

• 1.98 lb potatoes
• cold water, to taste
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• paprika, to taste
• 4 tbsp cornstarch
• oil, for frying
• 0.88 oz butter
• 1 tbsp wheat flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1.41 oz cheese
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste

Steps

1. 1.Peel and grate the potatoes, then rinse with cold water.▶0:31
2. 2.Boil the grated potatoes for 5-7 minutes, then drain well.▶1:44
3. 3.Season the drained potatoes with salt, pepper and paprika.▶2:09
4. 4.Mix in the cornstarch until combined.▶2:34
5. 5.Shape the mixture into rectangular patties.▶2:58
6. 6.Fry the patties in oil until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towel.▶3:47
7. 7.Melt the butter in a pan and whisk in the wheat flour to make a roux.▶4:36
8. 8.Pour in the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.▶5:00
9. 9.Stir in the cheese, season with salt and pepper, and serve as a dip alongside the hash browns.▶5:25