Italian Asparagus and Potato Gratin in Six Cheese Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 medium Idaho russet potatoes peeled and sliced about 1/4" thick
- 1 bunch of asparagus cut into 1" pieces, not using the largest 3" ends
- 2 cups half and half
- 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
- Salt and white pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup finely grated Mozzarella cheese
- 1/8 cup finely grated Provolone cheese
- 1/8 cup finely grated Asiago cheese
- 1/8 cup finely grated Parmesan/Parmigiano cheese
- 1/8 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1/4 finely grated cheddar cheese
- these total up to 1 full cup of grated cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place the sliced potatoes into a square or round baking dish.
- Add the asparagus.
- Pour the half and half on top.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic all over.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir gently.
- Sprinkle all of the Italian cheeses in and stir gently again.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top and do not stir.
- Bake for about 35 to 40 minutes, until a golden brown color forms on top, such as in the photo below.