This **Dauphinois Gratin** (a classic French potato gratin) is a rich and creamy dish that’s perfect as a side or even a main course. Here’s the full recipe for you to try:
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### **Dauphinois Gratin**
#### **Ingredients:**
– **1 kg (2.2 lbs)** potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
– **50 cl (2 cups)** liquid cream
– **50 cl (2 cups)** milk
– **2 cloves** garlic
– **50 g (3.5 tbsp)** butter
– **Salt**, **pepper**, and **nutmeg** to taste
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#### **Instructions:**
**1. Preheat the Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
**2. Prepare the Potatoes:**
– Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds (about 2-3 mm thick).
**3. Prepare the Gratin Dish:**
– Cut one clove of garlic in half and rub it over the inside of a gratin dish.
– Generously butter the dish to prevent sticking.
**4. Make the Cream Mixture:**
– In a saucepan, combine the milk, cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Heat gently over low heat until warm (do not boil).
– Add the sliced potatoes to the saucepan and let them simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
**5. Assemble the Gratin:**
– Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared gratin dish, spreading it out evenly.
– Dot the top with small chunks of butter.
**6. Bake:**
– Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
**7. Serve:**
– Let the gratin cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it hot as a comforting side dish or main course.
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This **Dauphinois Gratin** is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Bon appétit! 🥔🧈