Description
Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy layers of thinly sliced potatoes with a bubbling, golden crust of melted cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, promising to warm hearts and delight taste buds. With minimal effort required for preparation, it’s a showstopper that will impress your guests and become a staple on your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, for greasing
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the prepared dish.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour half over the potatoes and sprinkle with half of each type of cheese.
- Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil during the last 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg