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Gratin Potatoes

Luxurious, creamy gratin potatoes layered with cheese and garlic, baked to perfection for a comforting side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced Select firm, unblemished potatoes for best texture.
  • 2 cups heavy cream Opt for organic for enhanced richness.
  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 0.5 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of the butter.
  2. Peel and slice the Yukon Gold potatoes into very thin rounds. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Cooking
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Arrange half of the potato slices in the greased baking dish.
  3. Pour half of the cream mixture over them.
  4. Sprinkle with 0.75 cup cheddar cheese and all of the Gruyere.
  5. Layer the remaining potato slices over the cheese.
  6. Pour the remaining cream mixture over this layer.
  7. Dot the surface with the remaining butter.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil, sprinkle with remaining cheddar and smoked paprika, and bake uncovered for another 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives and serve.

Notes

For a healthier version, add vegetables like spinach or broccoli, or choose half-and-half and low-fat cottage cheese for the cream. Cauliflower can be swapped for potatoes for a keto-friendly option.