Patate Anna al Burro e Timo (Italian Anna Potatoes) Story of the Dish Patate Anna are a refined layered potato preparation built from very thin slices, clarified butter and careful pan cooking. The result is architectural, with crisp, deeply golden outer layers surrounding a tender buttery center. Unlike a gratin, there is no cream and no heavy cheese structure. The dish relies on potato starch, butter, pressure and precise heat, producing a compact potato cake with defined c