Potatoes au Gratin
Ingredients
The potatoes
The cream mixture
-
2
cups
heavy cream
-
2
medium cloves
garlic
-
1
teaspoon
fine salt
-
10
twists
freshly ground black pepper
-
⅛
teaspoon
ground nutmeg
The cheese
-
2
cups
grated Gruyère cheese or Emmental
Optional garnish
-
½
teaspoon
finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Peel and slice the potatoes as thinly as possible, ideally ⅛-inch thick.
- Whisk together the cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Layer one-third of the potatoes in a 9-inch square pan, then add one-third of the cream mixture and sprinkle with ½ cup of cheese.
- Repeat the layering process two more times, topping with all remaining cheese.
- Bake for 40 minutes, then cover with parchment or foil and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Let the dish cool for at least 20 minutes before serving, garnished with chives if desired.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
12
Calories
250
Total fat
16g
Total carbohydrates
24g
Total protein
6g
Sodium
400mg
Cholesterol
50mg
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