Fries Au Gratin
For this project, I used a 2″ x 3″ x 1.5″h single serving rectangular baking dish (see pictured).
STEP #3. Sprinkle a layer of garlic.
STEP #5. Repeat the layers.
STEP #6. Pour over the top heavy whipping cream. Be sure to cover the potatoes.
STEP #7. Cover with aluminum foil.
STEP #8. Slash holes on the top for ventilation.
STEP #9. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
STEP #10. Uncover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and creamy.
TIP: make sure the sauce has thickened by spooning a corner of the dish to see if it’s creamy. If it’s not, then bake it for another 10-15 minutes longer.
GARNISH: add chopped parsley on top.
Overall, it was fun turning a staple into a simple gourmet dish that families can try at home. I hope that you’ll agree it’s easy, and you’ll have to let me know what you think.
-Leyna
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A review by Chef Leyna Tran-Doan from Leyna’s Kitchen. Leyna was professionally trained at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Art School in Hollywood, CA in which she graduated with high honors. She also worked at Pelican Hills’ 5-star resort in Pastries and was a Finalist on Season 3 Cupcake Wars. Leyna loves
fashion, fine-dining, traveling, and theater. To learn more about Chef Leyna, please visit her website at www.LeynasKitchen.com.