Gratin Comtois


Gratin Comtois
This version of Gratin Comtois begins like the classic gratin dauphinois, but uses Morbier cheese, and diced Morteau sausage for a hint of smoky flavour.

There's no denying it, this is a rich and hearty dish!
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Last modified on: April 7th 2021
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Times for this recipe
Preparation
30 min.
Cooking
45 min.
All in all
1 hour 15 min.
Preparation 30 min.
Cooking 45 min.
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Step by step recipe


Stage 1 - ⌛ 15 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 1
Peel, rinse and dry 1 kg potatoes.

slice fairly thickly (a

mandolin is ideal for this).

Stage 2 - ⌛ 15 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 2
Put in a large saucepan, add 1 bouquet garni and 1 litre whole milk, salt and pepper.

Bring to a gentle boil and cook until the potatoes are tender.

Stage 3 - ⌛ 1 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 3
Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).

Drain the potatoes.

Keep the milk from cooking them to use later in another recipe (bechamel sauce or soup, for example).

Stage 4 - ⌛ 3 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 4
Butter a gratin dish and spread half the potatoes evenly in it.

Stage 5 - ⌛ 2 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 5
Add 250 g cooked Morteau sausage, cut into small dice or sliced.

Stage 6 - ⌛ 2 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 6
Add the rest of the potatoes on top and pour 200 g cream over.

Stage 7 - ⌛ 5 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 7
Top with 200 g Morbier, cut into thin slices.

Stage 8 - ⌛ 30 min.
Gratin Comtois : Stage 8
Bake for about 25-30 minutes (watch for browning towards the end).
Remarks
The Morteau sausage and potatoes can be cooked the day before, even several days in advance.
Keeping: 1 or 2 days in the fridge, covered with plastic film. Freezes well.
Source: Home made.
Nutritional information
Proteins CarbohydratesFats CaloriesEnergy
Per 100 g6 g RDI=9 %8 g RDI=3 %7 g RDI=11 %130 kcal RDI=7 %547 kJ RDI=7 %
Per person27 g RDI=42 %40 g RDI=15 %34 g RDI=48 %584 kcal RDI=29 %2,446 kJ RDI=29 %
Whole recipe165 g RDI=254 %240 g RDI=91 %208 g RDI=286 %3,505 kcal RDI=175 %14,677 kJ RDI=175 %
Whole recipe
The % figures are calculated in relation to the Recommended Dietary Intake , or RDI of 2,000 k-calories (or 8,400 k-joules) per day for a woman
Possible allergens in this recipe: Celery, milk
How much will it cost?
For 6 people
8.60 €
Per person
1.45 €
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