Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Cheesy Potato Gratin is the ultimate side dish for family dinners and special occasions. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with rich cream, garlic, and plenty of melted cheese, then baked until golden and bubbling.
With its crispy golden top and gooey cheese pull, every bite is pure comfort food. Perfect alongside roasted meats or served as a satisfying meal on its own, this classic gratin is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
1.5 kg (3 lbs) potatoes, thinly sliced
2 cups (500 ml) heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups (200 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup (100 g) Gruyère or cheddar cheese, shredded
½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish with butter.
In a bowl, mix the cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Arrange half of the potato slices in the baking dish.
Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Gruyère cheese.
Repeat with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese.
Finish with Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 60–65 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6–8
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