Au Gratin Potatoes
Tender potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce, creating a golden, crispy top. The perfect side dish to complement any meal.
Ingredients
- 2½ lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Gruyère
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk and cream, whisking until thickened.
- Add garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Stir in cheese until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Layer half the potatoes in the dish. Pour half the sauce over. Repeat.
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Notes
- You can use Gruyère cheese for a more complex, nutty flavor, or stick with the classic cheddar for a comforting, familiar taste.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika to the cheese sauce.