Potato Gratin
activeThinly sliced potatoes layered with cream and gruyere
VegetarianHeartyOvenPrep
6 portions30 min labor
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375F. Butter a baking dish.
2. Slice russet potatoes very thinly on a mandoline.
3. Layer potatoes in dish, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper.
4. Pour heavy cream over potatoes until nearly covered.
5. Top with grated gruyere cheese.
6. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.
7. Remove foil, bake 15 more minutes until golden and bubbly.
8. Rest 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Cost Summary
Batch (6 portions)
Food Cost
$11.57
Labor Cost
$12.50
Total Cost
$24.07
Per Item
Food Cost
$1.93
Total Cost
$4.01
Menu Price
$14.00
Profit
$9.99
Margin
71.3%
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Unit | Line Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pepper | 0.25 | oz | $0.16 |
| Gruyere Cheese | 6 | oz | $5.62 |
| Heavy Cream | 16 | oz | $2.75 |
| Kosher Salt | 0.50 | oz | $0.05 |
| Russet Potatoes | 3 | lb | $2.37 |
| Unsalted Butter | 2 | oz | $0.62 |
Cook History
- Cooked on Feb 26, 2026 (menu: Feb 26, 2026)