Description
Indulge in the comforting layers of creamy potato au gratin, featuring thinly sliced potatoes enveloped in a rich cheese sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is sure to impress at family gatherings or cozy dinners. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food that warms both the heart and the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter (for greasing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Thinly slice the potatoes to about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and half of the cheese until combined.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish; pour half of the cream mixture on top. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 75mg