French-Inspired Potato and Meatball Gratin

Here’s a wonderful recipe for a French-inspired dish: Potatoes au Gratin with Meatballs and Cheese. It’s comforting, hearty, and sure to impress!

French-Inspired Potato and Meatball Gratin

Ingredients:

  • For the Potatoes:
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • For the Meatballs:
  • 500g (1 lb) ground beef or pork (or a mix)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (such as thyme or parsley)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 ½ cups grated Gruyère or Emmental cheese (or another melty cheese like mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)