Description
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Potatoes Au Gratin recipe, a classic French dish that makes for a perfect side to any meal. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes are baked to perfection in a rich, cheesy sauce, creating a decadent and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
Cream Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Cheeses:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream, milk, salt, pepper, thyme, and nutmeg. Simmer until just heated through.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange half of the potatoes in the baking dish, pour half of the cream mixture, sprinkle half of the cheeses. Repeat layers.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with caramelized onions or bacon for extra flavor.
- Swap Gruyère with sharp white cheddar if desired.
- Evenly sliced potatoes ensure consistent texture, consider using a mandoline slicer for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
