Pommes De Terre Au Lait
Indulge in the comforting elegance of **Pommes de Terre au Lait**, a classic French potato dish that's as creamy as it is sophisticated. Thinly sliced potatoes are gently simmered in a fragrant mixture of whole milk, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and a hint of freshly grated nutmeg before being baked to golden perfection in the oven. This recipe is a testament to simple, high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's irresistibly smooth and rich. Perfect as a side dish for roasted meats or a standalone centerpiece alongside a crisp green salad, this easy-to-make yet decadent gratin is sure to impress at any table. With its minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, **Pommes de Terre au Lait** is a must-try for lovers of creamy potato bakes and French culinary traditions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Potatoes
- 500 milliliters Whole milk
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg, freshly grated
Instructions
Peel and rinse the potatoes. Slice them thinly, about 3-4 mm thick, using a knife or mandoline for uniformity.
In a large saucepan, add the milk, crushed garlic cloves, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced potatoes to the saucepan, ensuring they are submerged in the milk mixture. Reduce the heat to low and cook gently for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Butter a baking dish or gratin dish with the unsalted butter.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the partially cooked potato slices to the buttered baking dish, arranging them in layers if desired.
Strain the remaining milk mixture to remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs, then pour it evenly over the potatoes in the dish.
Dot small pieces of the remaining butter on top of the potatoes for a rich finish.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. The dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2643 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 787 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 5116 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
