Description
A golden, crispy cheese and potato bake with tender layers and a creamy, rich interior, perfect for comforting meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in the dish, adding cream mixture and shredded cheese between each layer.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the top is golden and the potatoes are tender.
- Optional, add extra cheese on top in the last few minutes for a crispier crust.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use evenly sliced potatoes for consistent cooking.
- Freshly grated cheese melts better and improves texture.
- Let the dish rest before cutting for clean slices.
- Add a pinch of paprika for extra flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cheese and potato bake, crispy potato bake, cheesy potato casserole, baked potatoes with cheese, comfort food