Indulge in the comforting goodness of Celery and Potato Gratin, a classic French dish reimagined with a delectable twist. This culinary masterpiece features tender celery and thinly sliced potatoes, harmoniously layered in a creamy sauce and baked to golden perfection. As the flavors meld together, the celery adds a hint of earthy sweetness, while the potatoes provide a soft and velvety texture. This recipe offers three variations to satisfy every palate: a classic version, a vegetarian option with vegetable broth, and a luxurious indulgence with Gruyère cheese. Each variation promises a unique flavor journey, ensuring a delightful experience for all.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRATIN OF CELERY ROOT AND POTATO
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Peel the celery root and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices to resemble the potatoes.
- Butter a heavy oval casserole dish. Layer the potatoes in the bottom of the dish, followed by the butter and then a layer of celery root. Sprinkle with sea salt. Top with a layer of half of the cheese. Repeat with the remaining potato and celery root. Top with the cream and then the remaining cheese.
- Bake until deep golden brown, about 1 hour.
POTATO AND CELERY ROOT GRATIN WITH FONTINA CHEE]SE
Categories Cheese Potato Vegetable Side Bake Thanksgiving Casserole/Gratin Celery Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 8 to 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400° F. Mix salt, pepper and nutmeg in small bowl. Sprinkle half of shallots in 16-cup oval gratin dish or 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Top with half of celery root and half of potatoes. Sprinkle half of spice mixture over. Repeat layering with remaining shallots, celery root, potatoes and spice mixture. Bring cream and broth to simmer in medium saucepan. Pour over vegetables. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake until vegetables are almost tender, about 45 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 450° F. Press potatoes with spatula to even thickness. Bake uncovered until juices thicken, about 10 minutes. Top with cheese. Bake until cheese melts and browns, about 15 minutes. Cool 15 minutes before serving.
POTATO AND CELERY-ROOT GRATIN WITH SMOKED HADDOCK
Categories Milk/Cream Fish Onion Potato Bake Casserole/Gratin Winter Gourmet
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook onions in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and just beginning to brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and stir in haddock, 1 tablespoon parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Halve or quarter celery root to fit slicer. Thinly slice potatoes and celery root (about 1/8-inch thick) with slicer. Layer one third of potatoes and celery root in buttered baking dish. Spread half of haddock mixture on top, then repeat layering with half of remaining vegetables, all of remaining haddock mixture, and then remaining vegetables. Stir together cream, milk, salt, and pepper and pour on top of gratin, then cover dish tightly with buttered foil.
- Bake gratin in middle of oven until vegetables are just tender, about 1 hour. Uncover and bake, basting 2 or 3 times with pan juices, until top is golden, about 30 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes, then sprinkle with remaining tablespoon parsley.
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CELERY AND POTATO GRATIN
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil and cook the onions until golden, about 10 minutes; if the onions stick, add some water Add the garlic, celery and celery salt and wine and cook until wine has almost entirely evaporated; add the tomatoes and their juices and broth and simmer for 5 minutes to bring the flavors together and thicken slightly.
- Parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes; drain and pat dry; parboil celery root for 3 minutes; drain and pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Lightly oil a shallow wide baking dish (gratin dish) which will accommodate the 2 layers of potatoes and celery root.
- Spread a third of the tomato mixture in the bottom of the dish and top with alternating slices of parboiled celery root and potatoes; season carefully with salt and pepper. Top with tomato sauce, then layer potatoes and celery root and cover with sauce.
- Cover dish and bake for 45 minutes or until ingredients are completely tender. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Russet potatoes are commonly used for gratin because they hold their shape well during baking.
- If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to thinly slice the potatoes.
- To make the gratin ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
- When baking the gratin, cover it with foil for the first 30 minutes to prevent the top from browning too quickly.
- Serve the gratin hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
Celery and potato gratin is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or side dish. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With its creamy, cheesy, and flavorful sauce, this gratin is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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