Description
Potatoes Au Gratin is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender layers of starchy potatoes with a rich, creamy cheese sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This classic dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, enveloping your home in an irresistible aroma. Easy to prepare and adaptable with various cheeses and spices, this recipe will become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter, plus more for greasing the dish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, drizzle with half of the cream mixture, and sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
- Top with buttery breadcrumbs and additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg