A warm, cheesy dish where layers of tender potatoes are enveloped in rich, velvety cheese sauce. This dish embodies the essence of comfort food, blending simple ingredients to create something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale:
3 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cups Heavy cream
2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in salt, pepper, and chopped thyme. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes across the bottom. Pour half of the creamy mixture over the potatoes, then sprinkle with half of the grated cheddar cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese. Finish with a final layer of cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
Once done, let the gratin sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
