Cheesy Garlic Potatoes Gratin
Cheesy Garlic Potatoes Gratin is a heavenly side dish that will elevate your dining experience. This creamy and cheesy delight combines tender Yukon gold potatoes with a rich garlic-infused cream, topped with melty cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or potlucks, this gratin is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests. In just under an hour, you can create a comforting dish that’s both satisfying and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 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
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; heat until warm but do not boil.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish; pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle half of both cheeses on top; repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Dot top with butter, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the gratin (about 140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg