Cheesy Potato Gratin Stack 🥔🧀
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & black pepper
- Chopped chives (for topping)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Potatoes
- Wash and peel the potatoes.
➡️ Slice them very thinly using a knife or mandoline slicer.
➡️ Try to keep slices even so they cook at the same speed.
Thin slices make the gratin creamy and soft. ✨
2️⃣ Make the Cream Mixture
- In a bowl, combine:
- heavy cream
- minced garlic
- salt
- black pepper
➡️ Stir everything together well.
3️⃣ Layer the Potatoes
- Grease a baking dish or small round pans with butter.
➡️ Place one layer of potato slices at the bottom.
➡️ Spoon a little cream mixture over the potatoes.
➡️ Sprinkle some cheese on top.
Repeat the layers until all potatoes are used.
➡️ Finish with extra cheese on top for a golden crust. 🧀
4️⃣ Bake the Gratin
- Cover the dish loosely with foil.
🔥 Bake at 190°C / 375°F for 40 minutes.
➡️ Remove the foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until the top is deep golden brown and bubbling.
The potatoes should feel soft when pierced with a knife. 😋
5️⃣ Rest & Serve
- Let the gratin rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
➡️ Sprinkle chopped chives on top.
➡️ Serve warm while creamy and cheesy.
💡 Tips
- Use starchy potatoes for the creamiest texture.
- Don’t rush the resting time or it may fall apart.
- Add cooked onions or bacon for extra flavor. 🥓
❓Q/A
❓Why is my gratin watery?
✅ Potatoes may have released extra moisture or the dish was not baked long enough.
❓Can I prepare it ahead of time?
✅ Yes! Assemble it earlier and bake before serving.