Gruyere Potato Gratin

Another great recipe from our Whole Foods market. The Gruyere is the key to this dish because it melts and incorporates the cream better than cheddar ever could. Cook time does not reflect time for potatoes to cool.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold, Red Creamers, etc.)
• 3⁄4 lb  cave-aged gruyere, shredded
• 2  medium onions, thinly sliced
• 1  clove garlic, minced
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1  cup heavy cream
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Boil whole potatoes for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
4. In the meantime, sauté onions and garlic in butter until they are soft and translucent.
5. Layer potato slices and onions in a 9 x 9 baking dish.
6. Pour cream over the potatoes.
7. Season to taste and sprinkle Gruyere over the whole shebang.
8. Bake 40–50 minutes or until golden.