Description
Creamy scalloped potatoes layered with Gruyère cheese for a rich and comforting side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese, grated
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer half the potato slices in the dish. Sprinkle with half the garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Pour half the cream over the potatoes and top with half the Gruyère cheese.
- Repeat the layers with remaining potatoes, seasonings, cream, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for even potato slices.
- Substitute Gruyère with Swiss cheese if needed.
- For a crispier top, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French