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Potato Dauphinois Gratin (Potato Bake) Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 lbs very starchy potatoes such as russet
1 garlic clove
4 T butter
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 c gruyere cheese
1 1/2 c heavy cream
2 tsp thyme leaves
Directions:
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350F. Mash the garlic into 1 T of the butter. In an 8 inch skillet or 8-inch square pan, rub the butter/garlic mixture. Peel and slice the potatoes to about a 1/8 inch thickness. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe dish. Add in the cream, salt, pepper, and thyme. Spread 1/3 of the potatoes in the dish, Pour over 1/3 of the cream mixture. Cover with 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat layers ending with the cheese. Cover with a lid or foil. Bake a for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes until the potatoes are quite tender. Uncover and bake for 10 more minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 15 minutes and serve.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This has been adapted from a recipe from Julia Child.

 

 

 

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