Description
Creamy, cheesy, and utterly comforting, this potato au gratin is the perfect side dish for any gathering. With layers of tender potatoes and a rich sauce, it’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium Russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (approximately 8 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Slice the Russet potatoes to about 1/8 inch thick for even cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared dish. Pour half of the cream mixture over them and sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheddar cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère for added flavor.
- For a herbaceous twist, consider adding fresh thyme or rosemary between layers.
- Use a mandoline slicer for perfectly even potato slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg