Simple Scalloped Potatoes

1. 1

   Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Generously brush a large skillet with butter, then rub with the garlic.

2. 2

   Heat the skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add half of the potatoes, sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste, then arrange the remaining potatoes on top.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Pour the broth and milk over the potatoes, then add the nutmeg and bay leaves; simmer 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Generously brush a shallow baking dish with butter and slide the potatoes into the dish; arrange with a fork, if desired.

7. 7

   (If your skillet is ovenproof, you can skip this step and bake the potatoes right in the skillet.)

8. 8

   Dot the potatoes with the cut-up butter and sprinkle with the gruyere.

9. 9

   Bake until golden, about 25 minutes.

10. 10

    Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

11. 11

    Discard the bay leaves.

12. 12

    Photograph courtesy Anna Williams

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.