Description
Indulge in layers of tender potatoes enveloped in rich, gooey cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Gruyere)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Thinly slice the potatoes using a mandoline or a sharp knife; the thinner, the better!
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, cheese, salt, and pepper, continuing to stir until the cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes and then pour half of the cheese sauce over them.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes and the cheese sauce until everything is used up.
- Cover your dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding sautéed vegetables or experimenting with different cheese types.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg