Red Potatoes Layered with Swiss Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Red Potatoes Layered with Swiss Cheese recipe—a creamy, cheesy delight perfect for any occasion. Thinly sliced red potatoes are layered with rich Swiss cheese and bathed in a fragrant mixture of heavy cream, garlic, and fresh thyme, creating a dish that's both elegant and satisfying. Baked to golden perfection, the tender potatoes are crowned with a buttery finish, ensuring every bite melts in your mouth. This easy-to-make side dish brings a gourmet touch to everyday meals and pairs beautifully with roasted meats or seasonal vegetables. Whether you're crafting a cozy family dinner or a holiday feast, this savory potato gratin-style recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 2 cups Swiss cheese
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil and set aside.
Wash and scrub the red potatoes thoroughly. Slice them thinly into rounds, about 1/8-inch thick, using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme. Warm it gently, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Do not let it boil. Remove from heat.
Layer one-third of the sliced red potatoes in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them. Sprinkle one-third of the shredded Swiss cheese over the potatoes.
Pour one-third of the warm cream mixture evenly over the cheese layer. Repeat the process two more times, creating three layers total.
Dot the top layer with the unsalted butter, evenly spaced.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.1 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.3 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 467 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4093 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2096 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 283 mg | 6% | |
*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.
