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Potatoes Au Gratin

Creamy Potatoes Au Gratin: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Potatoes Au Gratin, the perfect comforting side dish for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened for greasing and dotting
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Thinly sliced
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Shredded White Cheddar Cheese Or Gruyère for a different taste
  • 4 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Mix with Pecorino Romano for more flavor
For Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Fresh cracked for maximum flavor

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mandoline
  • mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
  2. Slice the russet potatoes into 1/8 inch rounds using a mandoline.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, shredded white cheddar cheese, 4 tablespoons of grated Parmesan, and minced garlic.
  4. Carefully add the sliced potatoes to the creamy mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange the coated potatoes upright in the greased baking dish.
  6. Pour any remaining cream mixture over the arranged potatoes and dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
  7. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese over the potatoes, then bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
  9. Broil on high for about 1 minute for extra crispiness.
  10. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Potatoes Au Gratin can be prepared a day in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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