Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top
Creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes with a golden, crispy top, made with a velvety sauce and fresh herbs for a classic side dish. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 100 minutes pairs heavy cream, (100g), finely grated Gruyère cheese, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (900g), Yukon Gold, thinly sliced (1/8-inch thick) potatoes
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g), finely grated Gruyère cheese
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and arrange half the potato slices in an even layer.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1.5 cups heavy cream, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour half the cream mixture over the potatoes, then layer the remaining potatoes on top. Pour the remaining cream mixture evenly over the top.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese evenly over the surface, then dot with 2 tbsp butter.
- Step 5: Bake uncovered for 60-70 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife and the top is golden brown and bubbling. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving, then sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Gruyère and broil for 2-3 minutes until crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top take to make?
Total time is about 100 minutes (25 min prep + 75 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep heavy cream from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gruyère Garlic-Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Crispy Top?
French quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
