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Desiree Dauphinoise
Rich, sliceable dauphinoise with less risk of split cream and collapsed layers.
Published February 21, 2026 Updated February 21, 2026
recipe dauphinoise

Slice thin and consistent. Warm cream with garlic and thyme before layering.
Bake covered to cook through, then uncover for final browning. Rest before slicing so layers set.
Desiree gives you a gratin that plates cleaner and reheats with less breakdown.
References
Potatoes and Human Health review · PMC · 2018