Deluxe Potato Gratin

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Deluxe Potato Gratin recipe for a fulfilling meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

700 g potatoes
3 -4 leeks
6 -8 slices streaky bacon
125 g mature hard cheese ( cheddar is good )
600 -900 ml chicken stock
50 g butter
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
4 tablespoons creme fraiche
sea salt
black pepper
1/4 cup fresh sage leaf

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
423
Sugar
3g
Fat
27g
This Deluxe Potato Gratin is the ultimate comfort food. The creamy sauce, tender potatoes, and crispy bacon make it a satisfying and indulgent meal that is perfect on a cold evening. The dish originates from the French region of Dauphiné, where it was made with cream and garlic. This recipe incorporates leeks and mustard seeds for an added layer of flavor. It is a great option for a family dinner or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/Gas 4.
2.Peel and slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
3.Trim the roots and dark green leaves from the leeks, and slice thinly.
4.Fry the bacon in a large frying pan until crisp, then remove and set aside.
5.Use the bacon fat to gently fry the leeks until soft, around 10-15 minutes.
6.Grease a 2-litre ovenproof dish with a little butter.
7.Layer half the potatoes, leeks, bacon, and cheese in the dish. Repeat the layers.
8.In a bowl, mix the chicken stock, mustard seeds, crème fraîche, some salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the potatoes in the dish.
9.Sprinkle with sage and season with black pepper.
10.Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven. Cook for a further 30-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.

PROS

This Potato Gratin is hearty and filling, perfect for a comforting dinner.

The combination of potatoes, leeks, bacon, and cheese is delicious and satisfying.

CONS

This dish is quite high in calories and fat due to the cheese, bacon, and crème fraîche.

It is not a good choice for anyone on a strict diet or trying to reduce their fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of energy, vitamin C, and potassium.
Leeks are high in fiber and vitamin K.
Cheese contains calcium and protein, but should be eaten in moderation due to its high fat content.

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