Potatoes Au Gratin

Au gratin simply means finished with a golden crust, a French technique that American kitchens made into pure comfort. Thinly sliced potatoes bake in garlic-scented cream and melted Gruyère or cheddar until bubbling and knife-tender.

Serves 8 · 25 min prep · 65 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 3 lb Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, thinly slicedProduce
• 1 1/2 cups heavy creamDairy
• 1 cup whole milkDairy
• 2 cups Gruyère or sharp cheddar, shreddedDairy
• 2 cloves garlic, mincedProduce
• 1 tbsp butter for dishDairy
• pinch nutmegSpices
• to taste salt and pepperSpices

Instructions

1. 1Heat oven to 375°F. Butter a baking dish. Warm cream, milk, garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
2. 2Layer potatoes with cheese; pour cream mixture over. Top with remaining cheese.
3. 3Cover and bake 40 minutes; uncover 20–25 minutes until golden and knife-tender.
4. 4Rest 15 minutes.