CLASSIC BISTRO STYLE GRATIN DAUPHINOIS - FRENCH GRATIN POTATOES
This classic French potato gratin dish is world famous, and rightly so! I am quite happy to have this as a main meal, with just some crusty bread and a large mixed salad on the side. I have heard that this famous dish was created as a way of encouraging the "Dauphin" (the young prince destined to become King Henri II), to eat up his vegetables, hence the name! Maybe - it is certainly just as popular with children, as it is with adults. Try to slice the potatoes as thinly as possible for the best results. A wonderful accompaniment for all sorts of roast meats, stews, casseroles and poultry. This recipe is not strictly French, using as it does a Swiss cheese.
Provided by French Tart
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300F/150C/gas mark 2.
- Take a heavy-bottomed dish or an ovenproof gratin dish (a Le Creuset is ideal - the potatoes tend not to catch), and grease it will with some of the butter.
- Layer the potato slices in the dish, slightly overlapping each other, seasoning lightly with the salt and pepper, and sprinkling a liberal amount of cheese on each layer.
- Sprinkle cheese on the top of the last layer.
- Put the double cream, garlic and sprigs of thyme in a pan and bring to them gently to the boil, then remove the thyme and pour hot cream over the potatoes.
- Dot the top of the gratin with the remaining butter and some extra cheese if you wish, and bake for about 1 hr to 1 1/2 hrs, or until the potatoes are soft, and the top is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve bubbling hot as a main meal or as an accompaniment.
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Naresh Shahi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've added it to my regular rotation of dinner recipes.
Merlin Lackey
[email protected]I love the crispy cheese topping on this gratin dauphinois.
Sarah Kelley
[email protected]This dish is so rich and decadent, but it's also surprisingly light.
Ashik khan Md Ashik khan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect.
BTS EXO MOMOLAND
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
kashem Khan
[email protected]I love the creamy texture of this gratin dauphinois. It's so smooth and velvety.
Gaming soron YT
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
Gigi Gugu
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.
Raeen Khan
[email protected]This recipe is so versatile. I've added different cheeses, herbs, and vegetables to it and it's always delicious.
Ceceilia Gamble
[email protected]I love the crispy cheese topping on this gratin dauphinois. It's the perfect finishing touch.
Sleepy eye Jack
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It's always a hit.
Thomas Rigginseeopllw
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone was asking for the recipe.
Cdorjdan Cdorjdan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've added it to my regular rotation of dinner recipes.
Daniel Estraño
[email protected]I've never made gratin dauphinois before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it!
Nilusha Fernando
[email protected]This dish is so rich and flavorful, but it's also surprisingly light. I feel like I could eat the whole thing myself!
Drops Drops
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes.
David Sanchez
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Nahum Terefe
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids.
Garrick Marvel
[email protected]This is the best gratin dauphinois recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the potatoes are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.