Potato Gratin

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Using a mandolin, thinly slice the potatoes into rounds, and then soak, rinse, and dry the potatoes.
3. 3
   Coat the bottoms of 4 fluted (8-ounce) oval ramekins with 2 tablespoons butter and sprinkle the garlic evenly among the ramekins, and set aside.
4. 4
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, eggs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
5. 5
   In the ramekins, layer the potatoes, Gruyere, and cream mixture.
6. 6
   Press down lightly with hands to compress.
7. 7
   Top each ramekin with tabs of butter and the Parmesan.
8. 8
   Place the ramekins in a water bath and bake until tender and golden brown.
9. 9
   Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let rest for 30 minutes before serving.