Description
A classic French comfort dish featuring tender potatoes, rich creamy sauce, and golden cheese. Simple and indulgent, it’s perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
4–5 medium potatoes (1 kg)
2 cups heavy cream (400 ml)
1 cup whole milk (200 ml)
2 cloves garlic
3.5 oz grated cheese (Comté, Gruyère, or Emmental)
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Melt 1 1/2 tbsp butter in a 9×13″ baking dish
Peel and thinly slice potatoes (1/8″ thick)
Layer sliced potatoes in the dish, slightly overlapping
In a bowl, mix cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg
Pour liquid over potatoes to cover
Sprinkle grated cheese on top
Bake for 50-60 minutes until bubbling and golden brown
Let rest 10 minutes before serving
Notes
Use starchy potatoes like Charlotte for best results
Optional: add 1 tbsp flour if liquid is too loose
Freeze un-baked gratin, covered, for up to 2 months
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Accompagnements & légumes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 300mg