Parmesan Potatoes Au Gratin

From TOH 5/12
Prep: 20 min. Bake: 1-1/2 hours + standing
Yield: 9 Servings2090110
Ingredients
2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds red potatoes, very thinly sliced
2-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Directions
Combine the first five ingredients. Layer a third of the potatoes and 2/3 cup cheese mixture in a greased 8-in. square baking dish; repeat layers. Top with remaining potatoes; pour cream over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture.
Cover and bake at 325° for 65 minutes. Increase temperature to 375°. Uncover; bake 25-30 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 9 servings.


Nutritional Facts3/4 cup equals 378 calories, 30 g fat (18 g saturated fat), 106 mg cholesterol, 434 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 10 g protein.

Originally published as Parmesan Potatoes Au Gratin in Taste of Home April/May 2012, p37