Description
Cheesy Garlic Potatoes Gratin is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender potatoes with a luscious garlic cream sauce and a golden, bubbling cheese topping. This easy-to-make dish not only warms your soul but also brings back fond memories of family gatherings and shared moments around the dinner table. Perfect for any occasion, from holidays to cozy weeknight dinners, this gratin is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets or Yukon Golds), thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter for greasing the dish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Peel and slice the potatoes into quarter-inch rounds for even cooking.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the baking dish, seasoning with salt and pepper. Pour half of the garlic cream over, then sprinkle with one cup of shredded cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, cream, and cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg