Bleu Cheese Gratin Dauphinois

1. 1

   Cook bacon on sheet tray in oven at 375 for approximately 25 minutes or until bacon is crispy.

2. 2

   Drain fat.

3. 3

   Pat bacon dry with paper towels.

4. 4

   Chop bacon into small bits and set aside.

5. 5

   Pour enough cream on bottom of casserole dish to cover.

6. 6

   Layer potatoes across dish leaving no holes.

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   Top with half of bleu cheese crumbles and 1/3 of parmesean and bacon.

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   Squeeze 1/3 of the lemon juice.

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   Repeat two more times.

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    Pour remaining cream over top and press down to ensure distribution of cream.

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    Cover with foil and bake at 350 for approximately 1 hour.

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    Uncover during last 15 minutes.

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    Garnish with lemon zest.

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    Serve with sour cream if desired.

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    Variations; Sour cream, creme fraiche, butter, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, gruyere, scallions, chives, cayenne, jalapenos, celery root, parsley, rosemary, celery, onion, walnuts, asiago, pancetta,

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.