Gratin Dauphinois

Indulge in the velvety layers of Gratin Dauphinois, a classic French comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into an elegant side dish. This recipe combines tender, thinly sliced Russet potatoes with a luxurious mixture of heavy cream, milk, and a hint of nutmeg, all baked to perfection beneath a golden crust of melted Gruyère cheese. Garlic-infused butter imbues the dish with aromatic richness, while the slow baking time allows the flavors to meld into a creamy, decadent masterpiece. Perfect for a holiday feast or an upscale dinner, this potato gratin is the ultimate companion to roasted meats or simply served on its own. With its creamy texture and irresistible golden crust, Gratin Dauphinois promises to be the star of your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Grated Gruyère cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel the russet potatoes and thinly slice them, about 1/8 inch thick. Use a mandoline slicer if available for uniform slices.

Step 3

Peel and crush the garlic cloves. Rub the inside of a baking dish (about 9x9 inches) with the crushed garlic, then butter the dish generously.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, remaining garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from the heat.

Step 5

Arrange a layer of potato slices in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them. Pour a portion of the cream mixture over the potatoes to just cover them.

Step 6

Continue layering the potatoes and cream mixture until all the potatoes are used, finishing with a layer of the cream.

Step 7

Dot the top of the potatoes with the remaining butter.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil from the dish, sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese evenly over the top of the potatoes.

Step 10

Return the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Let the gratin stand for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.

Step 12

Serve in slices, enjoying the creamy texture and rich flavors of this traditional French dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1792.9 grams (1792.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3328

Total Fat 228.10g	292%
Saturated Fat 138.70g	694%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 691mg	230%
Sodium 3543mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 213.70g	78%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 66.90g	134%

Vitamin D 131IU	657%
Calcium 1459mg	112%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 5574mg	119%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 26.9%