Recipe: How to Make Cheesy Potato Gratin
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the potatoes: Peel and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick, for even cooking.
Make the cheese sauce:
In a saucepan, heat the cream over medium heat.
Add cheese, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Stir until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Assemble the gratin:
Grease a baking dish with butter.
Arrange a layer of potato slices, slightly overlapping, in the dish.
Pour some cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading evenly.
Repeat layers of potatoes and sauce until all ingredients are used.
Bake the gratin:
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Serve: Let the gratin cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. This allows it to set, making it easier to slice and enhancing the flavor.
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