Method

• Preheat oven to 200C Cook the potatoes in a saucepan of salted boiling water for 5-10 minutes, or until tender
• Drain and set aside to cool slightly
• Meanwhile, heat a frying pan until hot and fry the bacon, shallots and garlic for 4-5 minutes, or until golden-brown
• Deglaze the pan with the white wine and continue to cook until most of the liquid has evaporated
• Slice the potatoes thinly and layer into an ovenproof gratin dish with the bacon mixture
• Pour over the cream
• Season with salt and lots of freshly ground black pepper
• Layer the curds on top
• Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is golden-brown and bubbling
• Serve immediately