Cheddar and Bacon Potato Gratin

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Peel and thinly slice the Yukon Gold potatoes.

3. 3

   In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the heavy cream to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the black pepper and sea salt.

5. 5

   In a baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.

6. 6

   Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese and bacon crumbles over the potatoes.

7. 7

   Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, cheddar cheese, and bacon crumbles.

8. 8

   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.

10. 10

    Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving.