Creamy Three-Cheese Potato Gratin

This dish appears to be a Creamy Three-Cheese Potato Gratin (Potatoes Au Gratin) featuring thinly sliced potatoes layered in a rich garlic cream sauce and baked until golden brown with a crispy cheese crust.

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

• 2 lbs (900 g) Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp butter (for greasing dish)

Cheese Blend

• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded

• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Cream Sauce

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup whole milk

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp thyme

• ½ tsp nutmeg

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Garnish

• Fresh chives, finely chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.

3. Slice potatoes into ⅛-inch (3 mm) rounds.

Step 2: Make the Cream Mixture

1. In a saucepan combine:

   • Heavy cream

   • Milk

   • Garlic

   • Onion powder

   • Thyme

   • Nutmeg

   • Salt and pepper

2. Heat until warm but not boiling.

Step 3: Layer the Gratin

1. Arrange a layer of potatoes.

2. Sprinkle cheese blend.

3. Pour a little cream mixture.

4. Repeat layers until ingredients are used.

Step 4: Bake

1. Cover with foil.

2. Bake for 45 minutes.

3. Remove foil.

4. Add remaining cheese on top.

5. Bake another 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Step 5: Rest & Serve

1. Let rest for 10 minutes.

2. Garnish with fresh chives.

3. Serve warm.

Chef's Tips

✅ Use a mandoline slicer for even potato slices.
✅ Gruyère provides the classic French gratin flavor.
✅ Letting the gratin rest helps it set and slice cleanly.
✅ For extra browning, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 420–500

• Protein: 14 g

• Carbohydrates: 28 g

• Fat: 30 g

Flavor Profile

🧀 Rich and cheesy
🥔 Tender, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes
🧄 Aromatic garlic cream sauce
🔥 Crispy golden cheese crust
🌿 Fresh chive finish

Prep Time

• 20 minutes

Cook Time

• 70 minutes

Total Time

• 1 hour 30 minutes

A classic comfort-food side dish that's perfect for holiday dinners, steak nights, or any meal that deserves something indulgent and unforgettable. 🥔🧀✨