Classic Potato Gratin Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 large garlic clove, peeled and smashed
1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, divided
2 1/4 cups half-and-half
1 1/4 tsp table salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1 pinch nutmeg, fresh grated
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 lbs potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8-inch thick

Directions:

Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Rub bottom and sides of shallow baking dish with garlic.
Mince remaining garlic and set aside.
Once garlic in dish has dried, about 2 minutes, spread dish with half the butter.
Bring half-and-half, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cayenne , potatoes, and reserved garlic to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally with wooden spoon.
Reduce heat and simmer until liquid thickens, about 2 minutes.
Pour potato mixture into prepared dish; shake dish or use fork to distribute potatoes evenly.
Gently press down potatoes until submerged in liquid; dot with remaining butter.
Bake until top is golden brown (basting once or twice during first 45 minutes) for about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Let rest 5 minutes and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	266.17 Kcal (1114 kJ)
Calories from fat	115.52 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.84g	20%
Cholesterol	38.67mg	13%
Sodium	605.2mg	25%
Potassium	631.73mg	13%
Total Carbs	34.1g	11%
Sugars	6.07g	24%
Dietary Fiber	4.58g	18%
Protein	5.81g	12%
Vitamin C	4.1mg	7%
Vitamin A	1.5mg	51%
Iron	1.5mg	9%
Calcium	142.8mg	14%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	108.13 Kcal (453 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.93 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.21g	20%
Cholesterol	15.71mg	13%
Sodium	245.85mg	25%
Potassium	256.63mg	13%
Total Carbs	13.85g	11%
Sugars	2.46g	24%
Dietary Fiber	1.86g	18%
Protein	2.36g	12%
Vitamin C	1.7mg	7%
Vitamin A	0.6mg	51%
Iron	0.6mg	9%
Calcium	58mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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