Muffin-Tin Potatoes Gratin

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These cheesy mini potato gratins are a great way to jazz up your brunch menu. The simple, mild flavors are brought to life with a splash of sherry vinegar and a sprinkle of fresh herbs--choose your favorites to complement the rest of your meal.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
12 gratins
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • ½ cup finely chopped shallots

  • 1 clove garlic, smashed

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (such as thyme, tarragon and/or parsley), plus more for garnish

  • 1 ¼ cups low-fat milk, divided

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup shredded fontina cheese, divided

  • 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat 12 standard-size muffin cups with cooking spray. Use a mandoline to slice potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds (you should have about 4 cups). Set aside.

  2. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, garlic and herbs. Cook, stirring often, until the shallots are slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup milk; heat until steaming. Meanwhile, whisk flour and the remaining 1/2 cup milk in a small bowl until smooth; stir into the hot milk mixture and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in 3/4 cup cheese. Whisk in vinegar, salt and pepper; transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Remove and discard the garlic clove. Add the potatoes and toss, separating any slices that stick together, until well coated.

  3. Spoon about 1/3 cup potato mixture into each prepared muffin cup. Top evenly with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Cover the muffin pan with foil and bake until the potatoes are tender, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional herbs, if desired. If needed, run a knife around the edges of the muffin cups to loosen the gratins before serving.

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Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, March 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

236 Calories
10g Fat
28g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 2 potato gratins
Calories 236
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 10g 19%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 6g 31%
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Vitamin A 423IU 8%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Folate 32mcg 8%
Sodium 271mg 12%
Calcium 188mg 14%
Iron 2mg 8%
Magnesium 39mg 9%
Potassium 617mg 13%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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