Le Gratin Dauphinois

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds yukon gold potatoes
  • 2 ounces butter
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • nutmeg, freshly ground
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper, freshly ground
  • 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1/2 pint heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 F. Using a mandoline slice the potatoes 1/8" thick and soak in cold water for 1minute. Drain well. Mix the butter and garlic in a small bowl. Use a third to grease a shallow oven proof dish.
  2. Spread a layer of potatoes over the bottom. Sprinkle lightly with the nutmeg, salt and pepper. Add a layer of cheese. Dot with half the remaining butter. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, seasoning and cheese; ending with a layer of cheese on top. Pour the cream over the top and dot with remaining butter.
  3. Bake in the oven for about 1 1/2 hours, until potatoes are creamy and golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

695 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.3g 29% DV
Total Fat 56.2g 72% DV
Carbs 39.5g 14% DV
Fiber 12.2g 43% DV
Sugar 2.7g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10019.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 491.5mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 130.8mg 44% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 181.8mcg 20% DV
Vitamin C 1mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 438.8mg 34% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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