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Gruyere Scalloped Potatoes Delight

Gruyere Scalloped Potatoes Delight

Tender Yukon golds bathed in a silky garlic-thyme cream and baked under a blanket of nutty Gruyere. Cozy, elegant, and irresistibly golden.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tsp unsalted butter for the baking dish
  • 2.5 lb Yukon gold potatoes thinly sliced about 1/8 inch
  • 2.25 cup shredded Gruyere cheese divided
  • 1.5 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter for the sauce
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced onion
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 0.75 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the butter.
  • Melt 3 tbsp butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Soften the onion until translucent, 3–4 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and thyme. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute to form a light roux.
  • Slowly whisk in milk, then cream. Simmer, whisking, until slightly thickened, 4–6 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat.
  • Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, about 1/8 inch. Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
  • Layer one-third of the potatoes in the dish. Spoon over some sauce and scatter Gruyere. Repeat twice, ending with cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes. Uncover and bake until bubbling, golden, and tender, 20–25 minutes more.
  • Rest 10–15 minutes to set. Garnish with chives and serve warm.

Notes

Variation: Swap in a little Comté or white cheddar for part of the Gruyere. Add crisp bacon or caramelized onions between layers for a smoky twist. To make ahead, bake covered for 30 minutes, cool, then finish uncovered before serving. Leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated; reheat covered at 350°F until hot.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Gruyere Scalloped Potatoes Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.