Gratin Dauphinois

• For 6 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 90 minutes
• Cooking time : 60 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Potatoes : 1 kg
• Garlic cloves : 2 cloves
• Cream mixture
  • Heavy cream : 500 ml
  • Milk : 500 ml
  • Salt : 1 tsp
  • Black pepper : 1/2 tsp tsp
  • Nutmeg : 1/4 tsp tsp

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds.
• Rub the inside of a baking dish with the garlic cloves.
• In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
• Layer half of the potato slices in the baking dish, slightly overlapping them.
• Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
• Layer the remaining potato slices on top.
• Pour the rest of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
• Let the gratin cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

• Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture.
• You can add grated cheese on top of the gratin before baking for a cheesy crust.

Information

• Gratin Dauphinois is a classic French dish made with layers of thinly sliced potatoes, cream, and garlic. It is a perfect side dish for any meal.