Step 1

Preheat your oven to 370 degrees Fahrenheit

Step 2

In a separate bowl add half the breadcrumbs half the parmesan cheese and the melted portion of butter

Step 3

Take a saucepan, add the water, half of the cream and the salt and pepper. Place on a medium to high heat and then add the potatoes. Then add the baking soda. The sauce mixture should just cover the potatoes, if doesn’t, add a little more water.

Step 4

Once the potatoes begin to bubble, turn the heat down to medium and simmer for around 20 minutes. If you can push a fork into the potatoes without too much difficulty, they are ready.

Step 5

Add the rest of the cream and the butter cubes and stir very gently.

Step 6

Tip the potato mixture into an high sided baking dish. Take your breadcrumb mix from the bowl and apply liberally to the top of the potatoes ensuring an even covering.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown

Step 8

Remove from the oven (mind your fingers) and allow to cool before serving huge  spoonful’s alongside a main dish.