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potatoes gratin

Mashed Potatoes Gratin

The creamy goodness of mashed potatoes contrasted with a thin layer of crunch, makes these mashed potatoes gratin a dish to remember. Cottage cheese and sour cream give these potatoes a mild, smooth, flavor which works well with the crisp topping of sharp cheddar cheese.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Retro
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 12
Author Christoph

Ingredients

  • 5 cups potatoes, cooked and mashed
  • 2 cups cottage cheese, small curd
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup white onion, chopped
  • ½ cup gruyere, shredded (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Method

  1. Position a rack in the upper half of the oven and heat to 350° F. Prepare a 9″ x 13″ baking dish or other shallow heat-resistant dish by apply a light coat of cooking spray or oil (gratins are to be prepared in shallow baking dishes offering a large surface area for crisping).
  2. Peel and cook potatoes. Rice or mash the potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Add the cottage cheese, sour cream, onion, gruyere, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and mix well (I added a small amount of chopped parsley for a touch of color).
  3. Place the potato mixture into your prepared shallow baking dish and smooth evenly with a spatula. Press the potatoes into the dish to remove air pockets.
  4. Top evenly with the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped parsley (I sprinkled the dish with a small amount of paprika to add a bit of color).
  5. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the cheese has turned a golden brown.
  6. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooks Notes

I hope you enjoy these potatoes as much as our family does. They also make a great side dish for barbecue season. Try adding some diced green chilies and bacon. YUM!