Ina Garten Scalloped Potatoes
Ina Garten Scalloped Potatoes are a luxurious side dish featuring thinly sliced potatoes bathed in a creamy Gruyère cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection for a decadent culinary experience.
Servings 6
Calories 350kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups of thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 cups of grated Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Over medium heat, in a saucepan, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- In a greased baking dish, arrange a layer of sliced potatoes, then sprinkle with a portion of the grated Gruyère cheese. Repeat this process, creating layers until all the potatoes and cheese are used up.
- Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layered potatoes and cheese.
- Place aluminum foil over the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.