Murray’s Irish Cheddar & Potato Gratin

Name: Murray’s Irish Cheddar & Potato Gratin
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Ingredients: 4 pounds russet potatoes, washed and thinly sliced; 2 1⁄2 cups Murray’s Irish Cheddar, grated; 1⁄2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1⁄2 onion, diced; 1 teaspoon thyme, minced; 1 1⁄2 cups heavy cream; Butter, for greasing; Optional: ¼ lb. bacon, diced; Optional: 1 bunch scallions, chopped

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This mouthwatering dish relies on a classic combo: potatoes and Irish cheddar.

Serves: 4Prep: 30 minutesCook: 1 hourTotal: 1 hour 30 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 4

Ingredients

4 pounds russet potatoes, washed and thinly sliced
2 1⁄2 cups Murray’s Irish Cheddar, grated
1⁄2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1⁄2 onion, diced
1 teaspoon thyme, minced
1 1⁄2 cups heavy cream
Butter, for greasing
Optional: ¼ lb. bacon, diced
Optional: 1 bunch scallions, chopped

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease square baking dish with butter.
Step 2
In baking dish, layer 1 pound of potatoes and ¼ cup cheese. Repeat until all potatoes and cheese are used.
Step 3
In medium saucepan, sauté onions and thyme in olive oil. Once onions caramelize, add heavy cream. Pour over potatoes.
Step 4
Bake 1 hour, until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
Step 5
Top with optional ingredients.