Description
Crispy and Melty Potato Gratins are a comforting and satisfying dish that perfectly balances crispy and creamy textures. This delightful potato gratin features layers of tender potatoes baked until golden brown, enveloped in a rich cream mixture that is infused with aromatic herbs. Ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or as a side dish during festive celebrations, this recipe promises to impress with its cheesy goodness and heartwarming flavors. Easy to prepare and customizable, you can swap cheeses or add your favorite herbs to make it uniquely yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg Ratte, Monalisa, or Charlotte potatoes
- 200 ml crème fraîche
- 100 ml milk
- 20 g butter
- 150 g grated cheese (Comté, emmental, or gruyère)
- 1 finely sliced onion
- 1 clove minced garlic
- Fresh thyme and bay leaf
- Salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel and thinly slice the potatoes; rinse under cold water and drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter; sauté the onion until soft, then add garlic.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crème fraîche, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, thyme leaves (removed from stem), and bay leaf; whisk together.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, pour half of the cream mixture over them, sprinkle half of the cheese on top. Repeat the layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes; remove foil during the last 15 minutes for a crispy top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg