Scalloped Potatoes With Cheese (Gratin Dauphinois) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 80 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Also known as French Potato Casserole,this recipe uses Gruyere cheese and is one of our favorites.Perfect for a dinner party or a potluck. You won't be disappointed!This comes from a Betty Crocker cookbook that I've had for years. Preparation and cooking times are approximate. Ingredients:
4 medium potatoes |
1 garlic clove, cut into halves |
1 teaspoon butter |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 1/2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded |
2 eggs |
1 2/3 cups half-and-half |
1 tablespoon butter |
Directions:
1. Cut unpeeled potatoes into thin slices to measure about 4 cups. Rub an oblong baking dish (10x6) with the cut garlic cloves and then brush with 1 tsp butter.
2. Arrange the potatoes into 3 layers in the dish, sprinkling each layer with 1/3 each of the salt,nutmeg,pepper and cheese.
3. Beat the eggs and half-and-half and pour over the potato slices. Dot with 1 T butter. Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven until golden brown and bubbly. (About an hour).
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