Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) cottage cheese (I used 2%)
  • 2 tablespoon(s) fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon(s) garlic, chopped
  • 1 dash(es) cayenne pepper or to taste
  • 1 cup(s) half and half
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) Gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1 cup(s) Asiago cheese, grated
  • 3 pound(s) russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (approx. 4 potatoes per pound)
  • - salt, to taste

Instruction

  • In a food processor or blender, combine cottage cheese, thyme, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Salt and pepper to taste. Process until smooth.
  • Slowly add half and half while the processor is running. Set aside.
  • Combine Gruyere and Asiago cheese; set aside.
  • Layer one-third of potato slices in the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle potatoes with salt to taste.
  • Pour one-third of cottage cheese mixture over potatoes.
  • Top with one-third of shredded cheese mixture.
  • Repeat two more times with remaining ingredients.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 50 minutes.
  • Remove cover and continue baking 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and allow to stand 15 minutes before serving.