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Gratins:15 easy and comforting recipes to prepare this fall

The famous gratin dauphinois – appeared in the 18th century in the Dauphiné this dish was made by the peasants with what they had on hand – just watch out… other gratin recipes just as comforting> , original and more fast to do exist. Because everything is gratin:vegetables , meat , the fish , starches and even fruit , in sabayon. From there, many combinations are possible, ideal for awakening your taste buds while watching the new Netflix releases under a blanket.

Winter recipes:tips for a successful gratin

To make your gratin to perfection there are some grandma's tricks you should know. First of all, if your gratin is not soft enough just add hot milk halfway through cooking. Results ? Your gratin will be moistened and more tender.

Other solutions, if your gratin makes too much water you can add a little flour to your preparation. Finally, if you want to give more flavor to your gratin you must rub the walls of your dish with a condiment (garlic, onion, ginger etc) and do not hesitate to add your favorite spices with your bechamel sauce.

Discover our 15 gratin recipe ideas in our slideshow.

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