Kartoffelgratin

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Kartoffelgratin, a classic potato gratin recipe that brings a taste of French-inspired decadence to your table. Layers of thinly sliced, tender potatoes are bathed in a luscious mixture of heavy cream, milk, and aromatic spices like garlic, nutmeg, and fresh thyme. Topped with melted, golden-brown Gruyère cheese, this creamy gratin is baked to perfection for a dish that's irresistibly savory, with just the right amount of crispness on top. Ideal as a decadent side for roasts, chicken, or a holiday feast, its velvety texture and indulgent flavors make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Ready in just under two hours and serving six, this Kartoffelgratin is the ultimate comfort food you'll crave time and again. Perfect for fans of hearty casseroles and European cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg potatoes
• 500 ml heavy cream
• 200 ml milk
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 200 grams Gruyère cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, approximately 3 mm thick, using a mandoline or sharp knife for uniform slices.

Step 3

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a pot over medium heat, add the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, thyme, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir to combine and heat until just simmering. Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Grease a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches) with 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 6

Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, slightly overlapping each slice.

Step 7

Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyère cheese over the cream-covered potatoes.

Step 9

Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and Gruyère cheese.

Step 10

Dot the top with the remaining tablespoon of butter.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 13

Allow the kartoffelgratin to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2455.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4228.2

Total Fat 260.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 153.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 804.4mg	0%
Sodium 4333.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 333.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 105.3g	0%

Vitamin D 143.2IU	0%
Calcium 2541.0mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 8584.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 32.5%