Name: Baked Creamy Potato Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 1/2 pounds starchy potatoes (such as russet), peeled; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 1/2 cups shredded melting cheese; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Description

A rich and comforting baked creamy potato gratin made with tender potatoes, cream, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 1/2 pounds starchy potatoes (such as russet), peeled

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 1/2 cups shredded melting cheese

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease baking dish

2. Mix cream, butter, and garlic

3. Slice potatoes thinly

4. Layer potatoes, cream, seasoning, and cheese

5. Repeat layers finishing with potatoes

6. Cover and bake 1 hour 15 minutes

7. Add cheese and bake uncovered 10–15 minutes

8. Rest before serving

Notes

Let the gratin rest before serving for best texture.

Use evenly sliced potatoes for consistent cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Category: Comfort Food
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-inspired