Gratin

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 400.
2. 2
   Slice potatoes up to 1/4-inch thick; layer in an ovenproof skillet.
3. 3
   Dot with 2 tablespoons butter; add half-and-half to come 3/4 of the way to the top (2-3 cups).
4. 4
   Place skillet on stove and bring to a boil; reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, until the liquid level drops.
5. 5
   Put pan in oven and bake until top browns, 10 minutes; reduce heat to 300 and cook until tender and browned, 10 minutes more.
6. 6
   Garnish: Grated cheese (for the last 2 minutes of cooking); pinch of nutmeg.