Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin

Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. This indulgent side dish features layers of thinly sliced potatoes, smothered in a decadent creamy sauce and baked to perfection. The result is a dish that is rich, creamy, and oh so satisfying.

Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 10 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Servings:

8

Ingredients

Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin
3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and very thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream, divided
freshly ground black pepper to taste
freshly grated nutmeg to taste
2 cups freshly shredded Gruyere cheese, divided

Directions

Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place potatoes, garlic, and salt into a large pot; fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes until tender but not mushy, 8 to 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer about half the potatoes into a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 3

Pour 1/2 of the cream over the potatoes and season with black pepper and nutmeg; sprinkle 1/2 of the Gruyère cheese on top. Layer the remaining potatoes on top and season with black pepper and nutmeg. Pour over remaining cream and sprinkle with remaining Gruyère cheese.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown on top, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

352

Calories

20g

Fat

32g

Carbs

12g

Protein

Complement

The key to making the perfect Potatoes au Gratin lies in the creamy sauce, which is typically made with a combination of heavy cream, butter, and cheese. The potatoes are layered in a baking dish and then covered with the creamy sauce, allowing the flavors to meld together as they bake. The end result is a dish that is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Whether served as a side dish for a holiday meal or as a comforting accompaniment to a weeknight dinner, Rich and Creamy Potatoes au Gratin is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.