Gratin Dauphinois (foolproof and ultra-creamy) Step 1 of 11
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    Step 1

    Preheat your oven to 180°C.

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    Step 2

    Peel 1.5 kg of firm-fleshed potatoes and slice them into thin rounds.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Rub the inside of a gratin dish with 1 garlic clove cut in half, then generously butter the dish with 1 knob of butter.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    In a saucepan, pour in 300 ml of heavy cream and 450 ml of whole milk.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Add 1 bouquet garni, 3 crushed garlic cloves, 1 pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

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    Step 6

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it infuse over low heat for 10 minutes.

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    Step 7

    Remove the bouquet garni and the garlic cloves from the saucepan.

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    Step 8

    Add the potato slices to the saucepan and cook everything for 10 minutes over medium heat.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Arrange the pre-cooked potatoes in the buttered gratin dish and pour the cream mixture over the top.

  10. 10
    Step 10

    Sprinkle the top with 150 g of grated Emmental or Gruyère cheese.

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    Step 11

    Place in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, until the gratin is golden brown and tender.

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