Description
French Potato Gratin with Oozy Cheese is a comforting, indulgent dish that layers thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes in a creamy garlic sauce, topped with melty Gruyère and Parmesan cheese. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping side that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or cozy dinners at home, this gratin delivers restaurant-quality flavor with effortless charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for greasing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and slice the Yukon Gold potatoes into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a bowl, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; whisk until blended.
- Grease a baking dish with butter. Layer half of the potato slices on the bottom, pour half of the cream mixture over them, and sprinkle with half of the Gruyère cheese.
- Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and Gruyère cheese.
- Finish with Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 1 hour or until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg