Side Dish

Gratin Dauphinois

Name: Gratin Dauphinois
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: french
Ingredients: 1,200 g potato peeled and thinly sliced; 500 ml whole milk; 250 ml heavy cream; 2 clove garlic minced; 0.5 tsp nutmeg freshly grated; 1.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 1 tbsp unsalted butter softened

This classic French gratin features thinly sliced potatoes baked in a rich, creamy sauce until tender and golden. It makes an elegant and comforting side dish, perfect for a cozy meal.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 1 hr 35 min
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 368 kcal

VegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

1,200 gpotato, peeled and thinly sliced
500 mlwhole milk
250 mlheavy cream
2 clovegarlic, minced
0.5 tspnutmeg, freshly grated
1.5 tspsalt
0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
1 tbspunsalted butter, softened

Equipment

gratin dish · knife · oven · cutting board · large saucepan

The method

Step by step

1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
About 5 min
2
Rub the inside of a 2-liter gratin dish or 9x13 inch baking dish with the softened butter.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: This helps prevent sticking and adds flavor.
3
In a large saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, minced garlic, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
About 2 min
4
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Do not let it boil vigorously.
5
Add the thinly sliced potatoes to the warm cream mixture and stir gently to coat them evenly.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure all potato slices are submerged.
6
Carefully transfer the potato mixture into the prepared gratin dish, arranging the slices in an even layer.
About 3 min
7
Bake for 60 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
About 1 hr
Cook’s note: Insert a sharp knife into the center to check for tenderness; it should slide in easily.
8
Remove the gratin from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: This allows the sauce to set and makes it easier to serve.

Per serving

Nutrition

68%Score

Calories: 368.4kcal
Protein: 7.7g
Carbs: 40g
Fat: 20.5g
Fibre: 4.6g
Sugar: 6.8g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover gratin in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat portions in the microwave or oven until warmed through.