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A golden-brown potato gratin with bubbling melted cheese and crispy edges, layered beautifully in a ceramic dish, topped with fresh herbs, styled on a rustic wooden table with a cozy holiday setting.

Creamy Dreamy Potato Gratin for the Holidays

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A rich and cheesy potato gratin layered with thinly sliced potatoes, baked until golden and bubbling for a perfect holiday side or family dinner.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
  2. Layer thin slices of potatoes in the dish, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic between layers.
  3. In a saucepan, heat heavy cream with butter until melted and fragrant.
  4. Pour the cream mixture over the layered potatoes, then sprinkle with Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure even slicing for uniform cooking.
  • Can prepare ahead and bake just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of dish)
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg