Tri-colored Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin

Description

Indulgently creamy and layered with color and texture, this Tri-colored Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin is a luxurious treat that pairs beautifully with a roast or any hearty main dish. With the perfect balance of buttery richness, velvety cream, and the unique tang of goat cheese, each bite of this gratin feels like a splurge. This isn’t your everyday side but one meant for special occasions or when you’re in the mood to treat yourself!

Ingredients

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Instructions

Preparation Steps:

1. Prepare the Potatoes: For best results, use a mandoline slicer to cut all three types of potatoes (baking potato, sweet potato, and red potato) into thin, even slices. This will help them cook evenly and create a beautiful layered effect.

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2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).

3. Prepare the Baking Dish: Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish or a ceramic soufflé dish. Make sure the bottom and sides are well coated to prevent sticking.

Creating the Cream Mixture:

4. Simmer Garlic and Cream: In a medium sauce pot, combine the minced garlic cloves and heavy cream. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.

5. Season the Cream: Add a pinch of salt and a dash of white pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes or until it reduces by roughly one-quarter and begins to thicken.

6. Add Goat Cheese: Remove the cream mixture from the heat and whisk in the goat cheese crumbles until fully melted and the mixture is smooth. This will give the sauce a creamy, slightly tangy flavor that complements the potatoes perfectly.

Assembling the Gratin:

7. Layer the Potatoes: Arrange the potato slices in the prepared baking dish, overlapping them slightly to create alternating layers of color (baking potato, sweet potato, red potato). This layering will give the gratin a beautiful tri-colored effect once baked.

8. Add Cream Mixture: Once you’ve created three layers, ladle a small amount of the goat cheese and cream mixture over the potatoes, just enough to coat the bottom layers and the base of the dish.

9. Continue Layering: Add three more layers of potatoes, following the same order and overlapping slightly. Pour the remaining cream mixture over the top, making sure all potatoes are well coated.

Baking:

10. Cover and Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 35 minutes.

11. Uncover and Brown: After 35 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.

12. Rest and Serve: Allow the gratin to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This resting period helps the layers set, making it easier to serve and enhancing the flavors.

Tips and Serving Suggestions

• Enhancing Flavor: For a more robust flavor, try adding a sprinkle of fresh thyme or rosemary to the cream mixture as it simmers.
• Serving Size: This recipe makes enough to serve 8 people as a side. If you’re preparing this for a smaller gathering, feel free to halve the ingredients.
• Make-Ahead Option: You can assemble the gratin up to a day in advance, cover it tightly, and store it in the refrigerator. Just add an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.

This Tri-colored Potato and Goat Cheese Gratin is an impressive side that’s sure to elevate any meal. Perfectly balanced with creamy richness, vibrant color, and savory depth, this gratin is both beautiful to serve and heavenly to eat.