Description
A rich and creamy potato gratin, topped with crispy Parmesan and Gruyere cheese, offering a delicious, savory side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 4 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a bowl, mix the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle half of the Parmesan and Gruyere cheese over the cream mixture.
- Repeat with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheeses.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy and the potatoes are tender.
- Let the gratin cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a bit of grated nutmeg to the cream mixture.
- Ensure that the potatoes are thinly sliced for even cooking.
- You can prepare the gratin a day ahead and reheat it in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg