Description
Ham and Cheese Potato Gratin
Ingredients:
4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
200g cooked ham, diced
1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (for topping)
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Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a baking dish with butter.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper over low heat. Stir occasionally and let it warm up (do not boil).
3. Assemble the Gratin:
Layer one-third of the potato slices on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with one-third of the diced ham and shredded cheese.
Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
4. Pour the Sauce:
Evenly pour the warm cream mixture over the layered potatoes, ensuring it soaks through the layers.
5. Add Parmesan and Bake:
Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve:
Let the gratin cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired. Enjoy!
