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Crispy Parmesan and Gruyere Potato Gratin

Crispy Parmesan and Gruyere Potato Gratin for Comforting Nights

Crispy Parmesan and Gruyere Potato Gratin embodies comfort food, enveloping Yukon Gold potatoes in rich garlic cream.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Mixture
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust quantity if using regular salt.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for sautéing shallots.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can replace with onion if necessary.
For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or White Potatoes Other waxy potatoes may work well.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Substitute with Swiss cheese if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be replaced with Pecorino.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Replace with dried thyme or omit.

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, kosher salt, and minced garlic. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  3. Thinly slice the Yukon Gold potatoes to about 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline.
  4. In a cast iron skillet, melt butter over low heat, add diced shallots, and sauté for 5 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Layer thin potato slices over the caramelized shallots, then pour the garlic-infused cream mixture evenly over them.
  6. Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  7. Uncover and sprinkle grated Gruyere and Parmesan on top. Broil for 5 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Let the gratin cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this gratin for your taste preferences yourself!

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