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Golden Potato Gratin
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
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Butter an 8×8 inch baking or oval gratin dish.
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In a large bowl whisk the milk and salt.
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Add the potatoes to the milk mixture and toss to combine.
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Place half of the potatoes in the baking dish and sprinkle with half of the cheese.
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Layer the remaining potatoes in the dish and pour any remaining milk over the potatoes.
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Cover with cheese.
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Bake, covered with foil for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 20-30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Mandoline Slicer for Uniform Thickness 🔪Use a mandoline slicer to cut potatoes into consistent 1/8-inch slices, ensuring even cooking throughout the gratin and preventing some layers from being mushy while others remain firm.
- Pre-warm Milk and Butter 🥛Heat the milk and butter together before pouring over potatoes to prevent shocking the dish and ensure a smooth, creamy sauce that distributes evenly without lumps.
- Layer Strategy for Cheese Distribution 🧀Sprinkle white cheddar between layers rather than just on top, reserving some for the final layer to create a golden crust while ensuring cheesy flavor throughout each bite.
- Parboil Potatoes for Shorter Baking Time ⏱️Briefly boil sliced potatoes for 3-5 minutes before layering to reduce overall cooking time, prevent undercooked centers, and achieve tender potatoes with a perfectly golden top.
- Rest After Baking for Better Structure 🛑Let the finished gratin rest for 10-15 minutes after removing from the oven before serving, allowing the sauce to set slightly so portions hold together beautifully rather than falling apart.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
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