Jansson’s Temptation (Potato, Anchovy and Leek Gratin) | Oregonian Recipes

Name: Jansson’s Temptation (Potato, Anchovy and Leek Gratin) | Oregonian Recipes
Ingredients: 1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus additional for pan; 2 large leeks, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices, and rinsed well; Kosher salt; freshly ground black pepper; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon fresh-grated nutmeg; 2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, cut into 1/8-inch thick slices; 1 can (4.4 ounces) Swedish pickled anchovies, drained and chopped (see note); 2 cups heavy cream

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This is an unrepentantly rich potato gratin and a little goes a long way. The “anchovies” used here are actually a kind of cured “sprat;” look for Abba-brand...

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Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus additional for pan
2 large leeks, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices, and rinsed well
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon fresh-grated nutmeg
2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, cut into 1/8-inch thick slices
1 can (4.4 ounces) Swedish pickled anchovies, drained and chopped (see note)
2 cups heavy cream