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Creamy Potatoes Au Gratin That'll Steal the Show

Indulge in creamy, cheesy layers of Potatoes Au Gratin, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any dinner gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature for easy mixing
  • 4-5 cups Russet Potatoes Thinly sliced
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
For the Cheesy Delight
  • 2 cups Shredded White Cheddar Cheese Can replace with other melting cheeses
  • 4 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional to add more for richness
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mandolin
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a baking dish with softened unsalted butter.
  2. Thinly slice the russet potatoes using a mandolin or sharp knife, ideally around an eighth of an inch.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, shredded white cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined.
  4. Add the sliced potatoes to the cheese mixture and gently toss until each slice is thoroughly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Layer the coated potato slices upright in the greased baking dish, fanning them out as you go.
  6. Pour the remaining cream and cheese mixture evenly over the layered potatoes. Dot the top with remaining butter.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  8. Remove the foil, sprinkle leftover Parmesan cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 25-30 minutes. Broil on high for 1 minute for a crispy top.
  9. Allow the Potatoes Au Gratin to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure potato slices are uniform in thickness for even cooking.

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