Gratin Dauphinois

Gratin Dauphinois

Updated November 4, 2026

Sliced potatoes baked in cream with garlic and nutmeg. French classic.

Cook time
1 hr 35 min
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Ingredients

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  • waxy potatoes, sliced thin
  • heavy cream
  • whole milk
  • garlic cloves
  • butter
  • freshly grated nutmeg
  • salt

Instructions

Assemble to serve
Assemble to serve
In the oven
In the oven

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Crispy Gratin Dauphinois Cake with Fried Egg

Cold gratin sliced thick, pan-fried until golden and crackling, topped with a runny egg and fresh herbs

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Butter for fryingEggsFresh chives or parsleyFleur de sel and cracked pepper

Quick overview:

  1. 1.Slice cold gratin dauphinois into 1-inch thick rectangles
  2. 2.Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming
  3. 3.Fry gratin slices 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy exterior forms
  4. 4.Transfer to warm plate, make small well in center
  5. 5.Crack egg into well, fry sunny-side up until white sets but yolk remains runny
  6. 6.Finish with fresh herbs, sea salt, and cracked pepper
  7. 7.Serve immediately while edges are still crackling

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