Things You'll Need

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2

Using a mandolin or a very sharp knife, slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch slices.
3

In a large saucepan, heat the cream, garlic, a pinch of nutmeg, and a dash of salt and pepper. Add the potatoes and bring the mixture to a low boil. Stir gently.
4

Once you have reached a steady boil, remove the garlic and pour the mixture into a greased three-quart baking dish. Sprinkle the surface with the cheese.
5

Bake the potatoes in the oven for approximately 40 minutes. The top should turn a beautiful brown, the potatoes should be tender and the cream will have thickened slightly.
6

Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to sit uncovered for at least 15 minutes. The gratin will thicken and set as it stands. Gratin dauphinoise is best served warm or at room temperature.