Dauphinois Gratin

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

In Nono's Loft, Norbert Tarayre tells the story of the dauphinois gratin, a traditional dish from Dauphiné dating back to 1788. This authentic version combines melt‑in‑your‑mouth potatoes, silky cream and a hint of nutmeg, perfect for a convivial meal.

MediumFrenchServes 6

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Source Video
30m
Prep
1h 25m
Cook
14m
Cleanup
2h 9m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$6.84
Per serving:$1.14

Critical Success Points

  • Slice the potatoes very thinly (≈2 mm).
  • Do not boil the cream to avoid it separating.
  • Slow cooking at 160°C, cover for most of the time.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven (160°C) with kitchen gloves.
  • Hot cream can cause burns – pour it away from your face.

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