Ultimate Swiss Potato Bake - A Savory and Irresistible Dish

Ingredients

• Butter, a quarter cup of it
• Followed by a quarter cup of whole wheat flour
• Next, prepare one and two-thirds cups of water, divided
• For a hint of thickness, add a teaspoon and a half of cornstarch
• Season with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper to suit your taste
• Enhance the flavor with half a teaspoon of ground thyme and dried rosemary
• Sprinkle in three-quarters of a cup of shredded Swiss cheese and the same amount of Swiss Gruyere cheese
• Include three medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• Lastly, mix in two finely chopped scallions and a minced clove of garlic

Step 1

In a saucepan, gently melt the butter on medium-low heat until it shimmers. Allow it to bubble gently for about a minute. Slowly sprinkle in the flour, whisking continuously for 5 to 8 minutes until fully combined. Gradually pour in one cup of water while whisking to prevent lumps. Once well mixed, remove from the heat.

Step 2

Combine the remaining 2/3 cup of water with cornstarch in a small bowl to create a slurry. Introduce this mixture into the gravy, whisking until smooth and thickened.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 4

Give the gravy a quick stir, season with salt and pepper, and infuse with the fragrant herbs like thyme and rosemary. Fold in a blend of Swiss and Gruyere cheese, followed by the potatoes, scallions, and garlic. Ensure each potato slice is well coated with the flavorful gravy. Transfer everything into an 8-inch square baking dish.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes are tender, typically around 40 to 50 minutes.