Description
Roasted Garlic Potatoes au Gratin is a creamy, cheesy delight that elevates any meal. This comforting side dish features layers of tender, thinly sliced potatoes infused with sweet roasted garlic, topped with gooey cheese for a rich flavor experience. Ideal for family gatherings and special occasions, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Whether served alongside roasted chicken or as part of a festive buffet, these potatoes will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–9 medium starchy potatoes (about 1.2kg), thinly sliced
- 1 head garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Roast the garlic: Cut off the top of the head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 minutes.
- 3. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- 4. Slice potatoes thinly using a mandoline slicer.
- 5. Layer potato slices upright in the baking dish.
- 6. In a saucepan, combine cream, milk, butter, half parmesan cheese, thyme, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; heat until combined.
- 7. Squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl and mash; stir into cream mixture.
- 8. Pour over layered potatoes and cover with foil; bake for 40 minutes.
- 9. Remove foil; top with remaining cheeses and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg