Description
Easy French Potato Bake is a creamy and indulgent dish that brings comfort and elegance to your table. This delightful bake features layers of tender potatoes enveloped in rich heavy cream and melted cheese, creating a symphony of flavors that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is simple to prepare and versatile enough to complement various main dishes or stand alone as a hearty vegetarian option. Plus, it reheats beautifully, making it ideal for leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (e.g., Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or cheddar cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Thinly slice the potatoes using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with minced garlic, salt, pepper, and half the cheese.
- Layer half the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, pour half the cream mixture over them, then repeat with remaining potatoes and cream.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil, add the remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg