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Gratin Potatoes

Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly baked, gratin potatoes are a comforting side dish that pairs well with any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter (divided) 2 tablespoons for greasing and 2 for dotting the dish
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes (peeled) Very thinly sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan (divided) 4 tablespoons for mixing, 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375˚F and grease a baking dish with 2 tablespoons of butter.
  2. Very thinly slice the potatoes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream, shredded cheddar, 4 tablespoons of Parmesan, and minced garlic.
  4. Add the sliced potatoes to the bowl and toss until they are well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
Baking
  1. Line the baking dish with stacks of the coated potatoes.
  2. Pour the excess cream mixture over the potatoes and dot with the remaining butter.
  3. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  4. Remove the foil, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan, and bake for another 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Broil on high for 1 minute to brown the top, then let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve gratin potatoes warm as a side dish with roasted chicken, beef, or fish. They can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.