Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child Recipe

A lighter take on Julia Child's classic Gratin Dauphinois! This recipe uses milk instead of cream, achieving incredible richness with the addition of butter and cheese. Simplified steps and less butter than traditional recipes make this a delightful, achievable dish for weeknight dinners. Get ready for perfectly tender potatoes with a golden-brown crust – a taste of French comfort food without the fuss!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 224.2 kcal

Protein 19g

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Ingredients for Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child

Garlic Clove
2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
Oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Swiss Cheese
2 cups whole milk

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How to Make Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Position oven rack to the upper third of the oven.
Rub a 9x13 inch baking dish with the cut garlic clove to add subtle flavor. Grease lightly with vegetable oil.
Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping.
Sprinkle half of the salt, pepper, and cheese evenly over the potatoes. Dot with 2 tablespoons of butter.
Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, salt, pepper, cheese, and remaining butter.
Bring the milk to a boil in a saucepan on the stovetop.
Carefully pour the boiling milk over the potatoes. The milk should almost cover the potatoes; add more if needed.
Place the baking dish on the stovetop over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the milk begins to simmer gently.
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender, the milk is absorbed, and the top is beautifully browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child?

Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child?

Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child has approximately 224.2 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child?

The key ingredients for Gratin Dauphinois Inspired By Julia Child are Garlic Clove, Potatoes, Oil, Salt, Pepper, Swiss Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.