Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Crispy Parmesan and Gruyere Potato Gratin. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes bathed in a luxurious blend of heavy cream, garlic, and a duo of cheeses, baked to golden perfection. This side dish is a showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Potato Gratin:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
- fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter.
- Mix Cream Mixture: Heat cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until warm; remove from heat.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange half of potatoes in dish, pour half of cream mixture, sprinkle half of cheeses. Repeat.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake for 40 minutes. Uncover, bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Garnish: Let rest for 10 minutes, garnish with thyme or parsley.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes.
- For a crispy top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
