Murray’s Irish Cheddar & Potato Gratin

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

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

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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

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