Gratin Dauphinois

Ingredients

Potatoes 1 kg

Milk 350 gr

Heavy cream 150 gr

Nutmeg to taste (1/3 tsp)

Salt and pepper to taste

Thyme sprigs

3-4 cloves of garlic

A little butter to grease the pan

100 gr grated cheese and Cheese Gruyere 150 gr (you don't have to add it, the authentic recipe doesn't add it, but if you add it you won't regret it)

Directions

Pour milk and cream into a saucepan, add garlic cloves, grated nutmeg and thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil over low heat
Peel and thinly slice potatoes (you can use a mandolin or the slicing attachment on a food processor). Add the potatoes to the heated cream mixture.
Simmer for 6-7 mins, stirring occasionally until the potatoes arout of the pan and arrange them in the baking dish. Sprinkle over a little grated cheese
Repeat until you've run out of potatoes. Finish with a layer cheese
Place in the oven 180 degrees and bake for 45-60 minutes, until the cheese is golden.

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