Classic French Potato Gratin
This Classic French Potato Gratin combines thinly sliced potatoes with creamy garlic-infused cream and melted Gruyère cheese for a luxurious side dish that's surprisingly simple to prepare. The golden, crispy top layer gives way to tender, flavorful potatoes that melt in your mouth with each bite.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
1 hr
Serves
6 servings
Difficulty
medium
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Techniques: Layering, Mandoline slicing, Infusing cream, Gratinating
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This classic French potato gratin is all about technique and patience. The key is to slice the potatoes uniformly thin and to layer them carefully with the cream mixture and cheese. Take your time with each step, and you'll be rewarded with a perfectly creamy, golden gratin that's worth the effort.
For the best results, use starchy Yukon Gold potatoes which hold their shape while becoming creamy when baked. This gratin pairs beautifully with roasted meats, particularly beef or lamb, and can be prepared up to a day in advance and reheated before serving.