Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 3 tbsp butter plus a pat for greasing the pan
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 clove garlic (cut in half)
  • 6 medium potatoes (peeled and sliced about 1/16-inch (use a mandoline, seriously))
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup rich chicken stock
  • 1 cup Gouda (shredded (don't use smoked gouda as it doesn't melt well) -or- Fontina)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • salt & pepper to taste for the sauce

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
  • Grease a 2-2 1/2 quart baking dish with the pat of butter
  • Rub the cut side of the garlic around the interior of the pan; discard garlic
  • Mix the 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp of pepper
  • Layer the potatoes in the pan, sprinkling with the salt/pepper mixture between layers.
  • Sauce:
  • Melt the 3 tbs butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat
  • Mix the chicken stock and the cream together in a large measuring cup or bowl; set aside
  • Carefully mix the flour into the melted butter--you want a smooth paste, not a lumpy one
  • Let the flour/butter bubble around the sides
  • Slowly add the cream/stock mixture, stirring constantly so there are no lumps.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the shredded Gouda; stir until cheese is melted.
  • Pour sauce over sliced potatoes in pan.
  • Top with the grated Parmesan cheese
  • Bake at 375 degrees F for 45-60 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let the casserole stand 5-10 minutes before serving