Classic Potato Gratin
Indulge in layers of creamy perfection with this Classic Potato Gratin. A comforting dish that marries tender potatoes with rich cheeses and aromatic spices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (500ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup (100g) grated Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Fresh chives or thyme, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a baking dish generously with softened butter.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat over medium until simmering; remove from heat.
- Arrange half of sliced potatoes in the buttered baking dish, overlapping slightly.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over potatoes, then sprinkle with half of Gruyère cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and top with remaining Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses.
- Cover dish with foil; bake for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and potatoes are tender.
- Let gratin rest briefly. Garnish with freshly chopped chives or thyme.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg