Serves: 6
3 cloves garlic
cooking spray
2 1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes
1 c. milk
1 c. half-n-half
1 Tbs. unsalted butter
1/4 tsp. freshly ground nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 c. shredded smoked Gouda cheese
2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh chives
Preheat oven to 350° F. Rub one clove garlic on the inside of an 8X8 baking dish, including the sides. Finely chop remaining garlic. Peel potatoes and slice thinly using a mandolin, about 1/8-inch thick. Place potatoes in a large saucepan with garlic, milk, butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes. Using tongs, remove enough potato slices from pan to arrange in one layer in baking dish. Sprinkle with a third of the cheese. Repeat with two more layers of potatoes and cheese, ending with cheese on top. Pour milk mixture over potatoes. Gently shake the pan to distribute the milk evenly. Cover with foil and bake for one hour, until potatoes are soft. Remove foil and place under broiler for 2 minutes, until golden brown. Serve garnished with fresh chives.
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