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Potatoes au Gratin

Cultural Context

Potatoes au Gratin, originating from the Dauphiné region of France, is a classic dish that showcases the versatility of potatoes. Traditionally served as a side dish, it combines layers of thinly sliced potatoes with cream and cheese, creating a rich and comforting meal. This dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, reflecting the French culinary tradition of elevating simple ingredients to create something special.

FrenchFRside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
large potatoes
coarse salt
fresh garlic
nutmeg
thick cream (38% fat)
quality cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut cream is lower in calories, while milk is more budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

1

Peel the large potatoes and wash them.

2

Slice the potatoes thinly.

3

Layer the sliced potatoes in a baking dish to cover the bottom completely.

4

Sprinkle coarse salt evenly over the potatoes.

5

Add some chopped fresh garlic, spreading it around the dish.

6

Cover with another layer of potatoes.

7

Sprinkle coarse salt again over this layer.

8

Grate some nutmeg on top of the last layer of potatoes.

9

Pour thick cream (38% fat) over the potatoes.

10

Sprinkle a generous amount of quality cheese on top.

11

Bake the dish for about 1 hour at 200 degrees Celsius.

12

If the cheese starts to brown too much, cover it with aluminum foil.

13

Let the dish rest on the counter for a bit before serving.

Cooking Techniques

slicingbakinglayering

Equipment Needed

baking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Gratin DauphinoisPotato Gratin
Local Name: Pommes de terre au gratin

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