Really Good Potato Casserole

1. 1

   Put your rack in the center position and heat the oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

3. 3

   Spread 1/3 of the potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of the prepared dish.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with 1/3 of the garlic, salt, optional thyme, cheese and a few grinds of black pepper.

5. 5

   Repeat with the remaining potatoes, garlic, salt, thyme, cheddar and pepper two more times.

6. 6

   That's three layers for the numerically challenged.

7. 7

   Combine the cream and broth in a large measuring cup and pour into the dish along the edges rather than into the center.

8. 8

   Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until the potatoes are tender (you can pierce them with a skewer or paring knife), the liquid is reduced and thickened, and the cheese on top is well browned.

9. 9

   Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.

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