Save A cozy, comforting baked platter featuring tender potatoes, creamy cheese, savory ham, and a hint of herbs—perfect for sharing on a chilly day.
This dish reminds me of warm family gatherings on cold evenings when comfort food is a must.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 800 g potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
- Onion: 1 medium onion finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves garlic minced
- Gruyère cheese: 200 g grated
- Heavy cream: 200 ml
- Unsalted butter: 30 g for greasing and dotting
- Cooked ham: 150 g diced
- Fresh thyme leaves: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp freshly ground
- Salt: 1/2 tsp adjust to taste
- Nutmeg: Pinch
- Fresh parsley: 1 tbsp chopped for garnish optional
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Butter a medium-sized baking dish.
- Step 2:
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish. Top with half the onions, garlic, ham, and Gruyère. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Step 3:
- Add the remaining potatoes, onion, ham, and cheese in a second layer. Season again.
- Step 4:
- Pour the cream evenly over the entire dish. Dot with remaining butter.
- Step 5:
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
- Step 6:
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Save This recipe always brings my family together around the dinner table, sharing stories and laughter.
Required Tools
Baking dish approx 20x30 cm Chefs knife Cutting board Grater Mixing bowl Foil
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (milk cheese cream) and may contain lactose Contains pork (ham) Gluten-free if all ingredients are certified gluten-free Always check product labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 520 Total Fat 32 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 22 g per serving
Save This hearty baked platter is perfect for warming up any chilly day and impressing your guests.
Recipe Guide
- → What type of cheese works best in this dish?
Gruyère cheese is preferred for its creamy texture and nutty flavor, but Emmental or Comté are great alternatives.
- → Can the ham be omitted or replaced?
Yes, for a vegetarian-friendly version, omit the ham and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and texture.
- → How can I ensure the potatoes cook evenly?
Slice the potatoes thinly and layer them consistently in the baking dish to promote even cooking throughout.
- → Is it necessary to cover the dish with foil during baking?
Covering with foil initially helps the potatoes steam and cook through, then removing it allows the top to brown and become bubbly.
- → What herbs enhance the flavor of this platter?
Fresh thyme and a pinch of nutmeg add warmth and depth, while chopped fresh parsley brightens the final presentation.