Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Potatoes Au Gratin recipe. Layers of tender, thinly sliced Russet potatoes are enveloped in rich heavy cream and sharp cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for cozy dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish promises to impress family and friends with its irresistible flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter, for greasing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes in the dish, sprinkling salt, pepper, minced garlic, and cheese between each layer.
- Pour heavy cream evenly over the layered potatoes until just covered.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Remove foil during the last 15 minutes to brown the top.
- Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute cheddar with Gruyère or include caramelized onions. Ensure potatoes are uniformly sliced for even cooking. Allow leftovers to cool before storing in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C).