Scalloped Potatoes With Cheese

1 cup milk

1 cup half-and half

1 large garlic clove

1/2 cup grated parmesan

1/4 cup gruyere

2 1/2 lbs. baking potatoes

grated nutmeg

ground white pepper

Combine 1 cup milk, 1 cup half-and-half, 1 large garlic clove, 1/2 cup grated parmesan, and 1/4 cup gruyere in pan over moderate heat.

Peel and slice 2 1/2 pounds baking potatoes, and toss them with grated nutmeg and ground white pepper.

Transfer potatoes to gratin dish and pour milk mixture over.

Sprinkle with extra gruyere and parmesan.