| 1 | * garlic cloves should be peeled and split. |
| 2 | ** potatoes should be peeled and sliced paper-thin. |
| 3 | (slice at the last minute so that they do not darken; do not soak in cold water). |
| 4 | Preheat the oven to 325 °F. |
| 5 | Rub the bottom and sides of a gratin dish with the cut sides of the garlic. |
| 6 | Leave the garlic in the dish. |
| 7 | Cover with a layer of potatoes. |
| 8 | Sprinkle with some salt and freshly ground pepper and cheese. |
| 9 | Pour some cream over the whole thing. |
| 10 | Repeat until all the potatoes, cream, and cheese are used. |
| 11 | Place the pan, uncovered in the oven. |
| 12 | (put a baking sheet underneath to catch spills). |
| 13 | Bake for 1 hour or more, until the top is browned and the cream has cooked down to a thick sauce. |
| 14 | During the first ?hour of cooking, use a broad spatula to push the top layers of potatoes into the cream every once in a while. |
| 15 | Serve hot, at room temerature or cold. |