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Gruyere And Potato Gratine

FrenchVegetarianEasy40 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cup whole milk
  • 1 pinch fresh nutmeg
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère de Comté
  • 1 lb white potatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick, blanched
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the vegetable oil and flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 4 to 6 minutes to make a blond roux.

  3. 3

    Whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Season with nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and fold in the grated Gruyère until melted.

  5. 5

    Layer the blanched potato slices in a buttered baking dish. Pour the Gruyère sauce over the potatoes.

  6. 6

    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish with chives and serve.