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Potatoes au gratin casserole with spoon in casserole dish

Creamy Potatoes au Gratin Casserole


  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 1x

Ingredients

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3 lbs Russet Potatoes (Peeled and thinly sliced, about 1/8 inch thick)

3 cups Heavy Cream (For a rich, creamy sauce)

1 1/2 cups Gruyère Cheese (Shredded, plus extra for topping)

1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, for sauce and topping)

4 cloves Garlic (Minced, for flavor)

1 tsp Fresh Thyme Leaves (Chopped, plus extra for garnish)

1/4 tsp Nutmeg (Ground, for a hint of warmth)

Salt and Black Pepper (To taste, for seasoning)

2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (For greasing the baking dish)


Instructions

Prep the Potatoes
  1. Slice Potatoes: Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice the potatoes uniformly thin to ensure even cooking.
  2. Soak and Dry: Soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for a few minutes, then drain and pat dry to remove excess starch.
Simmer the Cream Mixture
  1. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, nutmeg, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  2. Add Cheeses: Stir in half of the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
Assemble the Casserole
  1. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
  2. Layer Potatoes and Sauce: In the greased baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, pour half of the cream mixture over the top, and repeat with the remaining potatoes and cream mixture.
  3. Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses over the top layer.
Bake
  1. Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 1 hour.
  2. Uncover: Remove the foil and continue baking until the top is golden and bubbly, and the potatoes are tender, about 30-40 minutes more.
Serve
  1. Rest: Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
  2. Garnish: Sprinkle additional thyme leaves over the top for a touch of freshness and color.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 100 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Casserole
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