HOW TO PREPARE POTATOES DAUPHINOISE.

Potatoes Dauphinoise, also known as Gratin Dauphinois, is a classic French dish of sliced potatoes baked in a creamy garlic sauce until golden and crispy. It’s a rich and indulgent side dish that pairs wonderfully with meats and other main courses. Here’s a simple recipe for preparing it:

Ingredients:

4 to 5 medium-sized potatoes (preferably starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold)
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups of heavy cream (or double cream)
1/2 cup of milk
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (optional, but adds extra richness)
Butter, for greasing
Instructions:

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Potato Preparation: Wash, peel, and thinly slice the potatoes. Using a mandoline can help you get consistently thin slices, but a sharp knife will also do the trick.

Garlic Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the minced garlic, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Layering: Grease a baking dish lightly with butter. Layer half the potato slices at the bottom of the dish, overlapping them slightly. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes. If you’re using cheese, sprinkle half of it over this layer. Then, layer the remaining potatoes and pour over the rest of the cream mixture. Top with the remaining cheese if you’re using it.

Baking: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes. After this, remove the foil and continue to bake for another 20-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Serving: Once baked, allow the Potatoes Dauphinoise to sit for a few minutes before serving to help the cream set a bit. Then, use a spatula to serve portions.

Enjoy your Potatoes Dauphinoise with your favorite main course! Remember, this dish is quite rich, so a little goes a long way. Adjust the seasoning as per your preference, and feel free to experiment by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.