Gratin Dauphinoise Recipe

Summary

Servings6Cuisine
MethodMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm), halved
 Butter2 Tablespoon, softened
 Potatoes5 Large (Peeled)
 Salt3⁄4 Teaspoon
 Pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Shredded cheese1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Eggs2
 Whipping cream250 Milliliter (1 Cup)
 Light cream/Milk250 Milliliter
 Nutmeg1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Butter2 Tablespoon, melted

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 611 Calories from Fat 357

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 40 g61.9%

Saturated Fat 25.2 g125.8%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 206.9 mg69%

Sodium 468.7 mg19.5%

Total Carbohydrates 50 g16.8%

Dietary Fiber 5.5 g22.2%

Sugars 4.7 g

Protein 12 g24.4%

Vitamin A 16.1% Vitamin C 82.7%

Calcium 21.1% Iron 13.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Rub 6 cup (1.5 L) oval gratin dish with cut sides of garlic; discard garlic.
Spread butter over dish.
Slice potatoes very thinly lengthwise; let stand in cold water for 5 minutes.
Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
Arrange one-third of the potatoes; in dish, overlapping slices.
Sprinkle with one-third of the salt and pepper; top with 1/3 cup (75 mL) of the cheese.
Repeat layers; top with remain ing potatoes.
Beat together eggs, whipping cream and light cream; pour over potatoes.
Sprinkle with remaining salt, pepper and remaining cheese; sprinkle with nutmeg, then butter.
Bake in 325°F (160°C) oven for 1-1/4 hours or until potatoes are tender and top is crisp and brown.
Let stand for 5 minutes.
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