Oven-Baked Potato and Cheese Gratin with Bacon

This Oven-Baked Potato and Cheese Gratin is the ultimate indulgent side dish. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with a creamy, garlicky sauce, savory crumbled bacon, and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Baked to golden-brown perfection, this gratin is a rich and decadent accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• •6 slices bacon, chopped
• •1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• •1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• •2 cups heavy cream
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• •Salt and black pepper to taste
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

How To Make Oven-Baked Potato and Cheese Gratin with Bacon

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. 2In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
3. 3In the same skillet, add butter and garlic; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. 4Add heavy cream and thyme; simmer gently for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly.
6. 6Sprinkle half of the cheddar, Gruyère, and cooked bacon over the potatoes.
7. 7Pour half of the cream mixture over the layers.
8. 8Repeat layering the remaining potatoes, cheese, bacon, and cream.
9. 9Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
10. 10Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
11. 11Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
12. 12Let the gratin rest for 10 minutes before serving.