Potatoes With Leeks And Gruyere Recipe

Elevate your dinner with this irresistible side dish! Creamy Idaho potatoes mingle with subtly sweet leeks and nutty Gruyère cheese in a dreamy baked casserole. Easy to make ahead, this recipe is guaranteed to impress – it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks or a special weeknight dinner. Inspired by Bon Appétit, using the best of the West (Idaho potatoes).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 305.6 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Potatoes With Leeks And Gruyere

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How to Make Potatoes With Leeks And Gruyere

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 2 cups of thinly sliced leeks and sauté until tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Transfer the sautéed leeks to a large bowl.
  5. In a food processor, combine 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of milk and 2 large eggs to the food processor.
  7. Process until just combined and smooth.
  8. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the bowl with the leeks.
  9. Add 3 pounds of peeled and thinly sliced Idaho potatoes and 1 1/2 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese.
  10. Stir gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  11. Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  12. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

53g

Carbs

6g