Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 unit

Russet potatoes

sliced evenly into 1/4 inch slices

3 tbsp

butter

melted

3 tbsp

flour

3 cup

milk

heated

1 clove

garlic

slightly crushed

0.75 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

white pepper

0.25 tsp

ground nutmeg

1 cup

dry white wine

1 unit

Kirsch

(optional)

0.33 unit

Swiss Emmenthal cheese

shredded

0.5 unit

Gruyere Cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish, preferably ceramic.

Step 3
~4 min

Rub the inside of the baking dish with the crushed garlic clove.

Step 4
~4 min

Set the baking dish aside.

Step 5
~4 min

Melt butter in a saucepan.

Step 6
~4 min

Whisk in 1 tablespoon of flour into the melted butter.

Step 7
~4 min

Gradually whisk in heated milk.

Step 8
~4 min

Turn up heat to bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9
~4 min

Add wine, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and garlic clove to the sauce.

Step 10
~4 min

Whisk occasionally and continue to simmer the sauce until it begins to thicken.

Step 11
~4 min

If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk.

Step 12
~4 min

Set the sauce aside.

Step 13
~4 min

Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and white pepper.

Step 15
~4 min

Pour half the amount of sauce over the potatoes.

Step 16
~4 min

Drizzle with a little white wine.

Step 17
~4 min

Sprinkle half of the shredded Swiss Emmenthal and Gruyere cheese over the sauce.

Step 18
~4 min

Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, salt, pepper, sauce, wine, and cheese.

Step 19
~4 min

Bake for 15 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 20
~4 min

Reduce heat to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 21
~4 min

Continue to bake for another 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 22
~4 min

Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mandoline for uniform potato slices.

Adjust the amount of cheese according to your preference.

Broil for the last few minutes to achieve extra browning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a crisp green salad.

Pair with grilled sausages or roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Sausages
Roasted Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with Alpine cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday dinners
Winter gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday meal
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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