Description
This Potatoes Au Gratin recipe features tender potatoes baked in a creamy cheese sauce with a golden brown topping. A classic comfort food that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 6 medium red potatoes, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour and cook until golden brown. Slowly whisk in milk and cream until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
- Layer Ingredients: Layer a third of the potatoes in the prepared dish, followed by a third of the sauce, Parmesan cheese, and remaining cheddar cheese. Repeat layers twice.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Uncover and bake for 20-30 minutes more, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use Gruyère cheese instead of cheddar cheese.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk or cream to thin it out.
- To prevent the potatoes from browning, cover the dish with foil during the first hour of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
