Potato Gratin
Recipe summary
A creamy, cheesy potato gratin layered with garlic and thyme, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- Potatoes
- Salt
- Garlic
- Fresh thyme
- Compte cheese
- Double cream
- Black pepper
Method
- 1
Slice the potatoes thinly, using a mandolin with a guard if necessary.
- 2
In a heavy-based pan, start layering the ingredients.
- 3
Add a little salt and garlic at the bottom.
- 4
Layer the sliced potatoes, then sprinkle with thyme and grated compt cheese.
- 5
Continue layering with cream, thyme, salt, and black pepper after each layer of potatoes.
- 6
Avoid clumping; ensure even placement for even cooking.
- 7
For the top layer, slice a potato into thin, round slices for a decorative finish.
- 8
Add a final layer of cream, pepper, salt, and cheese.
- 9
Cover the pan with a cloth and place it in a water bath to prevent the cream from splitting.
- 10
Bake in the oven at 170°C for about 45 minutes.
Source details
ChefScribe structured this recipe from the original YouTube source. The original recipe credit remains with the creator.
Original video
Source video from Adam Byatt. The recipe card keeps the ingredients and steps handy while you cook.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgARuVOKpwE
