8large yukon gold potatoessliced into ⅛ inch rounds
2cupsgruyeregrated
1cupcheddargrated
8thyme sprigsleaves removed
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoonpepper
¼teaspooncayenne
2cupswhole milk
4tablespoonsbuttercubed (plus butter the line the pan)
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F
Line a 9X13 inch pan with butter
Cheese mix: Mix together gruyere and cheddar cheese
Spice mix: Mix together thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne
Slice potatoes and put a heavy, even layer into the dish. After placing on a third, top with ⅓ of melted butter, a ⅓ of herb salt mix, and a ⅓ of the cheese mixture. Repeat 3 times ending with the cheese. Pour over the milk. Cover with foil
Bake covered for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 60 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and brown on top