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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes with Gruyère and Thyme

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A comforting and creamy scalloped potato dish layered with nutty Gruyère cheese and fresh thyme, perfect for cozy dinners or holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick)
  • 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • A pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and slice the Yukon Gold potatoes into 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick slices using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, whole milk, minced garlic, chopped fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Butter your 9×13 inch baking dish to grease the bottom and sides.
  5. Arrange a single layer of potato slices on the bottom of the dish, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle a generous handful of grated Gruyère over the potatoes. Repeat layering potatoes and cheese until all are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
  6. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layered potatoes, making sure it seeps through the layers but avoid pooling on one side.
  7. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 25-30 minutes until the cream bubbles and the top is golden brown and slightly crisp. Tent with foil if cheese browns too quickly.
  9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken and settle.

Notes

Slice potatoes evenly for uniform cooking. If potatoes are not tender after 45 minutes, bake another 10 minutes covered before uncovering. Fresh thyme is preferred; dried thyme can be used at half the amount. For dairy-free, substitute almond milk with olive oil or canned coconut milk with olive oil and nutritional yeast. Leftovers keep up to 3 days refrigerated and reheat best covered in the oven at 325°F for about 20 minutes.

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Keywords: scalloped potatoes, creamy potatoes, Gruyère cheese, thyme, comfort food, holiday side dish, easy potato recipe

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