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Potatoes Gratin

Deliciously Creamy Potatoes Gratin for Ultimate Comfort

This Potatoes Gratin recipe offers comforting layers of creamy, cheesy goodness, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
  • 3 tablespoons Flour all-purpose or gluten-free
  • 2 cups Milk or heavy cream for a richer sauce
  • 1.5 cups Gruyere Cheese grated
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Potatoes
  • 3 pounds Potatoes thinly sliced, Yukon Gold or Russet recommended

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • baking dish
  • Mandoline Slicer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and sauté the onion for 3-5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add garlic and thyme, stir until fragrant for about 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until the sauce thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
  6. Stir in grated Gruyere cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until the cheese is melted.
  7. Layer thinly sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish, pouring cheese sauce over each layer.
  8. Finish with remaining cheese sauce, covering the top layer of potatoes completely.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes until golden brown and the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a mandoline for even potato slices. Adjust cooking time according to your oven's performance.

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