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Mary Berry Potato Gratin

Mary Berry's Potato Gratin: Creamy Comfort Food Bliss

Mary Berry Potato Gratin is a creamy, cheesy delight that enhances any meal with its comforting layers of potatoes and leeks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 800 g Waxy Potatoes
  • 3 Leeks sliced
  • 300 ml Double Cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 200 ml Whole Milk
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg optional
  • 150 g Gruyère or Cheddar Cheese for topping
For Serving Suggestions
  • Roasted Meats pairs well with chicken or beef
  • Fresh Salads for a lighter touch

Equipment

  • Mandoline slicer
  • sauté pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the waxy potatoes to about 3mm thick.
  3. Melt a knob of butter in a sauté pan and add the sliced leeks. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the double cream, whole milk, crushed garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Whisk until well blended.
  5. Grease a baking dish with butter. Layer the potatoes, followed by leeks, until all are used.
  6. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle the chosen cheese over the top layer of potatoes.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  9. Allow the gratin to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure potato slices are uniform at about 3mm thick for even cooking. Extend baking time if needed. Refrigerate prepared gratin for up to 24 hours before baking for convenience.

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