Custrd is out on the App Store — Download it free →
Back to recipes

Potato and Broccoli Gratin

A comforting, cheesy gratin with tender potatoes and broccoli, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Total time
55 min
Servings
6
Calories
380
Protein
12g
Potato and Broccoli Gratin
comfortingAmericanvegetariancheesecreamytenderweeknightside dish

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb potatoes
  • 1 head broccoli
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1 tbsp olive oil.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the 1.5 lb potatoes and 1 medium onion. Cut the 1 head of broccoli into small florets.

  3. 3

    Layer half the potatoes in the dish, then half the onion and broccoli. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.

  4. 4

    Repeat with remaining potatoes, onion, and broccoli. Season with remaining salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Pour 1 cup heavy cream evenly over the top. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese over everything.

  6. 6

    Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake until potatoes are tender and top is golden, about 15 more minutes.

  7. 7

    Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • foil

Cook smarter

Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge

Custrd is a free iOS app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations.