Description
Golden, bubbling, and irresistibly creamy—this copycat version of Ruth’s Chris potatoes brings the indulgence of a steakhouse side to your own table. Perfectly layered Yukon Golds baked in a velvety Gruyère cheese sauce make this the ultimate comfort food, fit for holidays or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
2 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline or sharp knife.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Whisk in heavy cream and milk. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat to a gentle simmer.
4. Stir in ¾ cup of Gruyère cheese and whisk until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Layer half of the potatoes in the dish. Pour over half of the cream mixture.
7. Repeat with remaining potatoes and cream.
8. Sprinkle remaining Gruyère and all of the Parmesan over the top.
9. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20-25 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
10. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
For the most even texture, use a mandoline slicer to get uniform potato slices.
Letting the dish rest before serving helps thicken the sauce and makes it easier to slice.
If making ahead, assemble up to one day in advance and bake just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/8 of dish)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 85mg