Classic Rich and Silky Potato Gratin (Scalloped Potatoes)

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2 cups ( 480 ml) heavy cream

1 cup ( 240 ml) whole milk

2 medium cloves garlic ( 8 g), smashed

2 small shallots (4 ounces; 110g total), quartered

⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

6 sprigs fresh thyme

2 teaspoons ( 6 g) whole black peppercorns

1 ½ teaspoons ( 7 g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume

3 medium russet potatoes (1 ¾ pounds; 800g)

2 ounces grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese ( 60 g; about ½ cup)

4 ounces grated Gruyère cheese ( 120 g; about 1 ½ cups)

1 tablespoon ( 15 g) unsalted butter, softened

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