Description
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Cheesy Garlic Potatoes Gratin – Easy & Creamy Recipe. This comforting side dish features layers of tender Yukon gold potatoes lovingly infused with garlic, enveloped in a rich cream mixture that is topped with melty cheeses. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this gratin is not only simple to prepare but also promises to impress your guests with its golden, bubbly finish and irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- 2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, whole milk, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat gently until warm.
- 3. In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly. Pour half of the cream mixture over them and sprinkle with half of both cheeses.
- 4. Repeat the layering process using the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese.
- 5. Dot the top with small pieces of butter. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
- 6. Allow cooling slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg