Description
These individual cheesy potato gratins are a comforting, elegant dish perfect for entertaining or weeknight dinners. Each mini cocotte holds layers of tender potatoes, creamy garlic-infused sauce, and golden, bubbly Gruyère cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Cocottes: Grease each mini cocotte generously with butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer the Potatoes: Arrange a layer of thinly sliced potatoes in the bottom of each cocotte, slightly overlapping the slices.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Assemble the Gratin: Pour a small amount of the cream mixture over the first layer of potatoes, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle a portion of the shredded Gruyère cheese on top. Repeat with another layer of potatoes, cream, and cheese until the cocottes are filled.
- Bake Covered: Place the lids on the cocottes and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Finish Uncovered: Remove the lids and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Serve: Allow the gratins to cool slightly before serving directly in the cocottes. Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or parsley, if desired.
Notes
- For a heartier dish, add cooked, diced chicken or sautéed mushrooms between the layers.
- Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thin potato slices to ensure even cooking.
- Substitute Gruyère with sharp cheddar or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cocotte
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: mini cocotte recipes, potato gratin, cheesy gratin, individual gratin, comfort food