Description
Cheesy Potato Gratin is a decadent dish that elevates any meal, featuring layers of tender Russet potatoes enveloped in a rich cream and sharp cheddar cheese sauce. Baked to perfection, this gratin develops a golden, bubbling crust that will leave your family and friends craving more. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s the ultimate comfort food you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the baking dish, followed by half of the cream mixture and half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg