Potato Gratin with Thyme

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.

2. 2

   Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.

3. 3

   Peel potatoes and cut into 1/8-inch slices - a food processor is good for this.

4. 4

   Add potatoes to boiling water and cook 4 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain potatoes thoroughly in a colander.

6. 6

   Arrange 1/3 of the potatoes in baking dish, top with 1/3 of the cheese, 1/3 of the thyme leaves, and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper.

7. 7

   Repeat twice more, ending with a layer of cheese and thyme.

8. 8

   Heat milk just to boiling.

9. 9

   In a small bowl whisk egg and add hot milk, stirring.

10. 10

    Pour evenly over potatoes.

11. 11

    Bake 30 minutes, or until top is golden and potatoes are tender.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.