Potato Gratin with Goat Cheese and Garlic Recipe
Description: Delight in the luscious blend of creamy goat cheese, tender Yukon gold potatoes, and aromatic garlic in this irresistible Potato Gratin. Adapted from Cooking Light’s “Lighten Up” section, this recipe promises all the flavor with a lighter touch, making it perfect for any occasion from cozy weeknight dinners to festive potlucks during the winter season.
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 (yielding 9 2/3 cup servings)
Calories per Serving: 126
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 11.3mg
- Sodium: 284.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 20.9g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 2.2g
- Protein: 3.5g
Keywords: Cheese, Vegetable, Potluck, Winter, Weeknight, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
- 5 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 11×7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of half-and-half with flour, stirring vigorously with a whisk until smooth.
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Add the remaining half-and-half, goat cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and minced garlic to the bowl, stirring well with a whisk until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
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Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in a single layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Pour half of the milk mixture over the layer of potatoes, ensuring it covers them evenly. Give the milk mixture a quick stir before pouring.
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Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes and milk mixture, ensuring all the potatoes are coated generously.
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Bake the gratin in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is beautifully golden brown.
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Once baked, remove the gratin from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Serve this delectable Potato Gratin with Goat Cheese and Garlic as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite main course, or enjoy it as a comforting standalone meal. With its creamy texture, irresistible flavors, and easy preparation, this gratin is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire, bringing warmth and satisfaction to every bite. Enjoy the magic of flavors harmonizing perfectly in every forkful, making every mealtime a moment to savor and cherish. 🥔🧀✨
