Save to Pinterest A cozy, comforting baked platter featuring tender potatoes, creamy cheese, savory ham, and a hint of herbs—perfect for sharing on a chilly day.
I have always enjoyed making this platter when the weather turns cold because it brings warmth and comfort to the table.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 800 g peeled and thinly sliced
- Onion: 1 medium finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves 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
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp adjust to taste
- Nutmeg: Pinch
- Chopped fresh parsley: 1 tbsp for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Butter a medium-sized baking dish.
- Layer 1:
- 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.
- Layer 2:
- Add the remaining potatoes, onion, ham, and cheese in a second layer. Season again.
- Add Cream and Butter:
- Pour the cream evenly over the entire dish. Dot with remaining butter.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
- Rest and Garnish:
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest This dish always brings my family together, sharing stories over its rich flavors and cozy textures.
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 to Pinterest This warm and hearty meal is perfect for any cozy gathering and easy enough to prepare on weeknights.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → What type of cheese is used in the dish?
Gruyère cheese is used for its rich, creamy melt and nutty flavor, but Emmental or Comté can be substituted.
- → How should the potatoes be prepared?
Potatoes should be peeled and thinly sliced to ensure even cooking and layering within the dish.
- → Can this dish accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, omitting the ham creates a vegetarian-friendly version, especially when adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Using certified gluten-free ingredients makes it gluten-free.
- → What is the baking process for this dish?
The layered dish is baked covered for 25 minutes, then uncovered for 15 minutes until golden and bubbling, allowing the flavors to meld and the top to crisp.
- → What herbs enhance the flavor?
Fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of nutmeg provide warmth and depth, complemented by salt, pepper, and optional parsley garnish.