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Creamy Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes

Creamy Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes for Cozy Family Dinners

Creamy Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes are a delightful side dish packed with flavor, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, Cozy Dinners, Creamy Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes, family dinners, Potato Recipes, side dish
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper

For the Cheese Sauce

  • 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk preferred

For the Topping

  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it bubbles gently. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until thickened, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheese into the thickened sauce until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a greased baking dish, arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the final layer of cheese sauce.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped chives.

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and avoid waxy potato varieties.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg