Creamy potato & shallot gratin

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Creamy potato & shallot gratin
85 min.
8
379kcal

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If you're searching for the perfect side dish to elevate your next meal, look no further than this deliciously rich and creamy potato and shallot gratin. Combining the heartiness of Desirée potatoes with the sweet, mellow flavor of shallots and a luscious double cream, this vegetarian and gluten-free delight is not only indulgent but also easy to make. With a golden, bubbling top and a hint of nutmeg and cayenne, every bite offers a comforting embrace that is sure to impress both friends and family.

This recipe is ideal for gatherings, offering generous servings that cater to a crowd of eight. Imagine your loved ones gathered around the table, savoring the aromas as this gratin bakes to perfection in your oven. The subtle layers of seasoned potatoes and caramelized shallots create a beautiful dish that complements any roast or main course, while also holding its own as a standout centerpiece.

Ingredients

  • 25 butter 
  • 400 shallots thinly sliced
  •  bay leaves 
  • tsp thyme leaves 
  • 500 ml double cream 
  • servings nutmeg grated
  • small pinch ground pepper 
  • kg potatoes peeled thinly sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat most of the butter in a shallow pan.
  2. Add the shallots, bay leaf and thyme, and cook for 10 mins until soft, golden and sticky.
  3. Pour in the cream and bring to the boil. Turn off the heat, season with nutmeg and cayenne and leave to infuse.
  4. Meanwhile, heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas
  5. Place the potatoes in a pan of cold water, bring to the boil, then drain. Butter a large gratin dish, then layer it up with potatoes and cream, finishing with a good ladle of cream and shallots. Use a fish slice to press everything down. You can now cover and chill it for up to a day before baking, if you like.
  6. Bake for 40 mins or until golden and the shallots are starting to crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories379kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat60.26%
Carbs33.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.84
Glycemic Load
18.43
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.775217346523%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
1mg
Quercetin
0.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:379.1kcal
18.96%
Fat:26.13g
40.19%
Saturated Fat:16.63g
103.93%
Carbohydrates:33.05g
11.02%
Net Carbohydrates:28.26g
10.28%
Sugar:7.32g
8.13%
Cholesterol:77.77mg
25.92%
Sodium:50.91mg
2.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.71g
11.42%
Vitamin C:29.24mg
35.44%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.37%
Potassium:761.66mg
21.76%
Vitamin A:1019.59IU
20.39%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.94%
Fiber:4.79g
19.15%
Phosphorus:142.88mg
14.29%
Magnesium:47.57mg
11.89%
Copper:0.21mg
10.36%
Folate:41.21µg
10.3%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.06%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.98%
Iron:1.72mg
9.57%
Calcium:79.95mg
8%
Vitamin B3:1.49mg
7.44%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.79%
Vitamin D:1.01µg
6.71%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.08%
Vitamin K:5.02µg
4.78%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.58%
Selenium:2.93µg
4.18%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%