World Flavors Cookbook
Gratin Dauphinois
The ultimate potato side dish: thinly sliced potatoes baked in a mixture of cream, milk, and garlic until tender and golden.
Cuisine: France
Ingredients
- 1kg starchy potatoes, sliced thin
- 500ml heavy cream
- 250ml whole milk
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Nutmeg, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Rub a baking dish with garlic and butter.
- Layer sliced potatoes. Season each layer with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Pour over the cream and milk mixture.
- Bake at 160°C for 60-75 minutes until the top is a deep golden brown and potatoes are soft.