Jamie Oliver Dauphinoise Potatoes 15-Minute Meals
Jamie Oliver’s Dauphinoise Potatoes is a simplified, fast-cooking version of the classic French gratin dish, where thinly sliced potatoes are cooked with garlic, cream, and herbs. The result is tender, creamy potatoes with a crisp, golden top. This 15-minute version uses shortcuts, such as parboiling the potatoes, to save time without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1.1 lbs) potatoes – peeled and thinly sliced.
- 2 garlic cloves – finely chopped.
- 200ml (7 fl oz) heavy cream or double cream – for richness.
- 100ml (3.5 fl oz) milk – to thin the sauce slightly.
- 50g (1.7 oz) Parmesan or Gruyère cheese – grated, for extra flavor.
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme – for an herbal note (optional).
- Salt and pepper – to taste for seasoning.
- 1 tbsp olive oil – for greasing the dish.
Instructions
Step 1: Parboil the potatoes
- Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the thinly sliced potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they are just tender but not fully cooked. Drain the potatoes and set them aside.
Step 2: Prepare the cream mixture
- In the same saucepan, add the cream, milk, garlic, and thyme. Stir gently over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavors. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3: Combine the potatoes and cream
- Gently fold the parboiled potatoes into the cream mixture, making sure they are fully coated in the sauce. Be careful not to break the potato slices.
Step 4: Assemble the dish
- Preheat your oven to a high broil. Transfer the creamy potato mixture into an ovenproof dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top for a crisp, golden finish.
Step 5: Broil the potatoes
- Place the dish under the broiler for about 5 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.
Step 6: Serve and enjoy
- Once the Jamie Oliver Dauphinoise Potatoes are golden and bubbly, remove from the oven and let them sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with a little extra thyme if desired.