Scalloped Potato Gratin Recipe
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4.5
Scalloped Potato Gratin Recipe
Description
This recipe prepares an 11x7 inch baking dish with oil and layers thin 1/8-inch potato slices that are tossed in melted butter, fresh salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Half the potatoes form the first layer topped with shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, then covered with the remaining potatoes.
Milk combined with fresh herbs—thyme, bay leaf, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg—is heated to a boil and poured over the layered potatoes. The gentle seasoning blends into the potatoes as they bake uncovered at 425°F for 45-50 minutes, until tender and golden browned on top.
The finished gratin balances creamy textures with herbaceous notes and a subtle nutmeg warmth. The cheddar cheese adds a mild, rich finish, and the thin slicing ensures even cooking. This dish works well as a comforting side for roasted meats or holiday meals.
Ingredients
- olive oil I used my misto, spray form
- 6 Yukon Gold potatoes sliced 1/8-inch-thick (2 lb 4 oz peeled, medium peeled
- 2 tbsp butter melted, light
- salt fresh, to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3 oz cheddar cheese 3/4 cup, shredded, reduced-fat (brand: Cabot
- 1 cup milk fat free
- 1 bay leaf
- pinch nutmeg freshly grated
- 2 tsp thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spray an 11 x 7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine potatoes, butter, salt, garlic powder and fresh cracked pepper.
- Arrange half of the potato slices in the baking dish; top with 1/4 cup cheese. Add the remaining potatoes.
- In a small saucepan, bring milk, thyme, bay leaf and nutmeg to a boil; pour over potatoes.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake uncovered, for 45 - 50 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 7servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup (1/7th of recipe) | |
| Calories | 160kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 24.5g | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 4.5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 42.5mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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