Creamy Courgette and Jersey Milk Gratin

A simple and comforting gratin featuring thinly sliced courgettes baked in a rich and creamy Jersey milk sauce, topped with breadcrumbs for a golden crust.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

55 minutes

Calories

475

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.39

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Mood:

Comfort Food•Light & Fresh•Indulgent

Ingredients

Servings

750gCourgettes(About 3 medium courgettes)

£1.75

500mlJersey Milk(Full fat Jersey milk is recommended for its richness)

£1.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

2tspFresh Thyme(Chopped)

£0.50

0.3tspNutmeg(Freshly grated)

£0.15

50gBreadcrumbs(Panko or regular)

£0.25

30gParmesan Cheese(Grated)

£1.00

30gButter(Unsalted)

£0.40

1tbspOlive Oil(For cooking the garlic)

£0.10

To tasteSalt

To tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Total Cost

£5.55

£1.39 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish.
2
Thinly slice the courgettes (about 2mm thick). A mandoline is helpful, but not essential.
3
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4
Pour in the Jersey milk, add the thyme and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5
Reduce the heat to low and gently simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavours to infuse. The sauce should slightly thicken.
6
Layer the sliced courgettes in the greased baking dish, overlapping slightly. Pour some of the creamy sauce over each layer.
7
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
8
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the gratin. Dot with butter.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the courgettes are tender and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
10
Let the gratin rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (345g)

475 kcal / 1987 kJ

Carbs

32g

12% of RDA

Fat

30g

43% of RDA

Protein

21g

42% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

15 g

17% of RDA

Sodium

350 mg

15% of RDA

Saturated Fat

18 g

90% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavour, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

If you don't have Jersey milk, you can use regular whole milk, but the gratin will be less rich.

You can add other vegetables like thinly sliced potatoes or onions to the gratin.

For a vegan version, use plant-based milk (like oat milk or cashew milk) and vegan butter and cheese alternatives.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stovetop Saucepan

Grater

Baking Dish

Wine Pairings

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Complete the Meal

Dessert

Normandy Apple Tart with Calvados Cream

A classic French apple tart with a hint of Calvados in both the apples and the cream, creating a delightful dessert that pairs beautifully with savory dishes like a courgette gratin.

55 minutes

6 servings

Easy

"The apple tart, a classic French dessert, provides a balanced sweetness and a textural contrast with its crisp pastry. The warm apple flavor, infused with optional Calvados, complements the savory notes of the courgette gratin, while the creamy Calvados cream echoes the creaminess of the main course without being overly heavy."