Recipe: Creamy Thyme Potato Gratin

CREAMY THYME POTATO GRATIN

"Taste thyme at its best in this comforting dish. Layers of potatoes combine with a savory sauce, and are topped with crunchy Parmesan breadcrumbs."

4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon McCormick Thyme Leaves
1/2 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Salt
1/8 teaspoon McCormick Ground White Pepper
4 ounces (1/2 package) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss potatoes with melted butter, thyme, garlic salt and white pepper in large bowl.

Mix cream cheese and cream until well blended. Layer 1/3 of potato mixture in 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Spread 1/2 of the cream cheese mixture evenly over potatoes. Repeat layers, ending with potatoes.

Mix Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs in small bowl. Sprinkle over potatoes. Cover with foil.

Bake 40 minutes. Remove foil. Bake 15 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.

Makes 6 servings

Nutritional Information per One Serving: About 291 Calories, Fat 19g, Protein 5g,
Carbohydrates 25g, Cholesterol 61mg, Sodium 346mg, Fiber 2g

Source: McCormick & Company, Inc.