Potato Gratin Recipe

Name: Potato Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 lb tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); salt; pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped; 2 lbs baking potatoes, slice 1/4-inch thick; ½ cup gruyere cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped (garnish)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 lb tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped
2 lbs baking potatoes, slice 1/4-inch thick
½ cup gruyere cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped (garnish)

1
Oil an oval gratin dish.
2
In a large frying pan saute onion in olive oil 3-5 minutes.
3
Add red pepper and saute another 3 minutes.
4
Add tomatoes and cook, stirring until excess moisture evaporates.
5
Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
6
Add pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and 2 T basil.
7
Spread half the potatoes on bottom of dish.
8
Arrange half vegetable mixture on top and sprinkle with Gruyere.
9
Repeat layers.
10
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and cover tightly with foil.
11
Place dish on baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
12
Remove foil and bake until tender and top is browned, about 15 minutes.
13
Sprinkle with chopped basil.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, sliced, 1 red bell pepper, sliced, 1 lb tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped, and more.

Yes, Potato Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Potato Gratin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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