Potato Gratin
At a glance
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.
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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
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