Bubbly Crispy Potato Gratin with Parmesan & Gruyere Delight
A delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Thinly slice the potatoes using a mandolin.
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme, and heat until just simmering.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in a baking dish, pouring some cream mixture over each layer.
- Sprinkle both types of cheese generously over the top layer of potatoes.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a crispy top, broil the gratin for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg