Description
Elevate your dining experience with Roasted Garlic Potatoes au Gratin, a luxurious side dish that combines thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes, creamy heavy cream, and a blend of rich cheeses, all infused with the irresistible flavor of roasted garlic. This hearty gratin is perfect for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or casual dinners at home. Its creamy texture and robust taste make it a crowd-pleaser that complements a variety of main courses. Easy to prepare and with the option to make ahead, this recipe ensures you’ll always have a comforting dish ready to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 1 head of garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Swiss cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast garlic wrapped in foil for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, milk, mashed roasted garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the potatoes, half the cream mixture, and half the cheeses. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; then uncover and bake an additional 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving; garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg