Why are they called dauphinoise potatoes?

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1. Why are they called dauphinoise potatoes?
2. Can I reheat dauphinoise potatoes?
3. Can you freeze leftover dauphinoise potatoes?
4. Can you freeze dauphinoise potatoes once cooked?
5. Can you freeze potatoes in cheese sauce?
6. Can you freeze potato gratin before cooking?

Why are they called dauphinoise potatoes?

History of the Names The wife of the Dauphin was called the Dauphine ("do-FEEN"). The potatoes dauphine, sometimes referred to as dauphine potatoes, are named after the wife of the Dauphin.

Can I reheat dauphinoise potatoes?

Place the dauphinoise potatoes inside the oven and let them reheat for a period of 25 to 30 minutes on the middle rack. If you want the dauphinoise potatoes to have a crispy outside, take off the foil paper from the bowl and allow the dauphinoise potatoes to reheat for about 5 to 10 minutes like that.

Can you freeze leftover dauphinoise potatoes?

Potatoes and cheese, there isn't a much better combination of foods! These two ingredients pair perfectly and when cooked together to make dauphinoise potatoes you end up with a comforting dish the whole family will love. ... You can freeze dauphinoise potatoes for around 1 month.

Can you freeze dauphinoise potatoes once cooked?

Freezing. If freezing take these out of the oven before they brown, so they do not dry out when you reheat them. Make sure the potatoes are cooled completely before covering then label and freeze.

Can you freeze potatoes in cheese sauce?

It is completely safe to freeze. ... The process of freezing is simple enough. We highly recommend dividing your sauce into portions so that you will only need to thaw the amount you need for a specific recipe.

Can you freeze potato gratin before cooking?

Yes, you can. Store them in an airtight container and freeze them for up to 2 weeks for best results. You can also freeze them in the dish they were baked in, but cover it tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Warning: Freezing these au gratin potatoes may cause the texture and flavor to change.