Best 7 Three Cheese Potato Gratin Recipes

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**Three-Cheese Potato Gratin: A Culinary Symphony of Creamy Delight**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the rustic charm of potatoes, the rich flavors of three distinct cheeses, and the velvety embrace of cream. This enticing dish, known as Three-Cheese Potato Gratin, is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure culinary bliss. From the crispy, golden-brown crust to the creamy, gooey center, each bite of this dish is a testament to the harmonious blend of ingredients and the artistry of the chef. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your palate, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you utterly captivated.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

3 CHEESE POTATOES AU GRATIN



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Layered with butter, cream, three cheeses and garlic before being baked until golden and bubbling, potatoes au gratin is the perfect side dish.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp butter
8 large potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
100 g (3.5oz) Gruyere (grated)
100 g (3.5oz) Raclette (grated )
50 g (1.5.oz) Parmesan (finely grated )
2 tbsp thyme leaves
salt and pepper (to taste)
½ cup milk
1 tbsp cornflour / cornstarch
2 cups heavy / whipping cream
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
5 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F.
  • Butter a large casserole dish then add a layer of sliced potatoes.
  • Combine all the cheeses then reserve ? for the topping.
  • Season the potatoes with salt, pepper and thyme. Add a few tablespoons of cheese. Repeat until all the potatoes and cheese have been used.
  • Combine the milk, cornflour/cornstarch, cream, salt and pepper and whisk until smooth.
  • Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes. Press down to allow the cream to cover the potatoes.
  • Cover the dish with foil then place in the oven.
  • Allow to bake for 45 minutes until a knife can easily be inserted. Remove the foil, top with the remaining cheese and place back in the oven.
  • Allow to bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese has melted and the top is golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven, allow to cool for 5 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 365 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THREE-CHEESE POTATO GRATIN



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Provided by Deen Brothers

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Butter for coating dish
Salt
2 pounds red potatoes, sliced
3 ounces Gruyere cheese
3 ounces cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F. Butter a 1½-quart gratin dish or shallow baking dish; set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes; cook for 4 minutes (they will not be tender); drain. In a small bowl, stir together the cheeses.
  • Arrange one-third of the potatoes in the bottom of the prepared dish. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and one-third of the cheese mixture. Repeat with a second layer of potatoes, salt, pepper, and half the remaining cheese mixture. Arrange the remaining potatoes on top.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs. In a small saucepan (preferably one with a lip for pouring), heat half-and-half until steaming. Whisking constantly, slowly pour the half-and-half into the eggs. (If the eggs curdle slightly, just strain the mixture.) Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper; pour evenly over potatoes. Sprinkle potatoes with the remaining cheese mixture. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

SCALLOPED POTATOES WITH THREE CHEESES



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When it comes to Scalloped Potatoes with Three Cheeses, Rick Rodgers, cookbook author and teacher, says, "I've always thought of mashed potatoes as an everyday way to serve potatoes, but scalloped potatoes really say special occasion to me.

Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Potato     Side     Bake     Christmas     Easter     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Fall     Spring     Winter     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup (packed) grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup crumbled Danish blue cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/3 cup (packed) freshly grated Parmesan (about 1 1/4 ounces)
4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
3 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Mix cheddar cheese, blue cheese and Parmesan in small bowl.
  • Arrange half of potatoes in prepared baking dish, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle onion over, then flour. Dot with 2 tablespoons butter. Sprinkle half of cheese mixture over. Top with remaining potatoes, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 2 tablespoons butter. Reserve remaining cheese.
  • Bring milk to simmer in medium saucepan. Pour milk over potatoes (milk will not cover potatoes completely). Cover baking dish tightly with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Uncover dish (liquids in dish may look curdled); sprinkle potatoes with reserved cheese mixture. Bake uncovered until potatoes are tender and cheese is deep golden brown, about 45 minutes longer. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Cover and rewarm in 375°F oven about 20 minutes.) Remove from oven; let stand 15 minutes before serving.

THREE POTATO GRATIN



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 heads garlic, halved
1 quart cream
1 pound peeled white potatoes, 1/4-inch slices
1 pound peeled sweet potatoes, 1/4-inch slices
1 pound red potatoes, 1/4-inch slices
2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
Salt and white pepper
Essence, recipe follows
2 tablespoons chopped chives
Essence (Emeril's Creole Seasoning):
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a porcelain souffle dish with the butter. In a sauce pot, bring the garlic and cream up to a simmer. Season with salt and white pepper. Simmer the cream for 15 minutes, or until the cream has reduced by 1/4 and has slightly thickened. Season the potatoes with salt and white pepper. Alternate layering the white potatoes, sweet potatoes, red potatoes, and cheese in the prepared dish. You should have a total of six layers. Remove the garlic from the cream and pour over the potatoes.
  • Cover the souffle dish with aluminum foil. Place in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove the foil and continue cooking for 10 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Cool the gratin for 10 minutes before serving. Place a piece of the gratin on a plate and garnish with Essence, cheese, and chives.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Yield: about 2/3 cup
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

THREE-CHEESE POTATO BAKE



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Three-Cheese Potato Bake is a comforting potato dish that's ready in a snap. The recipe comes from Lois Buffalow of Grandview, Missouri.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-2/3 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup butter cubed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-2/3 cups mashed potato flakes
1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
2 tablespoons minced chives
1/4 cup sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, milk, butter and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in potato flakes. Let stand for 30 seconds; fluff with a fork. , Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Top with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with chives. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1066mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

THREE-CHEESE POTATOES



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With its bacon and cheese flair, this side dish makes a welcome addition to barbecues. My husband and I love these potatoes. -Cheryl Hille, Askum, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Transfer to a double thickness of greased heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Dot with butter. , Fold foil around potato mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-18 minutes on each side or until potatoes are tender., Carefully open foil. Sprinkle the bacon cheeses over potato mixture. Grill 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

GRILLED THREE-CHEESE POTATOES



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While this is delicious grilled, I've also cooked it in the oven at 350° for an hour. Add cubed ham to it and you can serve it as a full-meal main dish. -Margaret Hanson-Maddox, Montpelier, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 large potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 medium onions, chopped
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 to 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Divide the potatoes and onions equally between two pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square) that have been coated with cooking spray. , Combine Parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup each cheddar and mozzarella; sprinkle over potatoes and onions. Top with bacon, butter, chives, seasoned salt and pepper. Bring opposite ends of foil together over filling and fold down several times. Fold unsealed ends toward filling and crimp tightly. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 35-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Remove from the grill. Open foil carefully and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. A combination of hard, soft, and semi-soft cheeses will give you the best results.
  • Grate the potatoes thinly so that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes or they will become mushy.
  • Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Use a baking dish that is large enough to accommodate all of the ingredients without overcrowding.
  • Bake the gratin until the top is golden brown and bubbly and the potatoes are tender.
  • Let the gratin cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion:

Three-cheese potato gratin is a classic French dish that is perfect for any special occasion. It is a delicious and elegant dish that is sure to impress your guests. With its creamy cheese sauce, crispy potato crust, and flavorful herbs, this gratin is a dish that everyone will love. So, the dish is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy families or those who like to entertain.

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