Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes: Creamy Comfort for Family Meals
Enjoy the rich flavors of au gratin potatoes, featuring layers of creamy cheese and garlic, perfect for family meals.
Equipment
- - Oven
- - Baking dish
- - Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Creamy Sauce
- 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and prevents sticking.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
- 1 cup Whole Milk For a lighter take, use almond or oat milk.
- 0.25 cup Flour For thickening; use cornstarch for gluten-free.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Check if butter or cheese is salted.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
For the Potatoes
- 2 pounds Russet Potatoes Thinly sliced.
For the Cheesy Top
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated, can mix with Gruyère.
Instructions
How to Make Au Gratin Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub and thinly slice the russet potatoes, keeping the skin on.
- Whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, flour, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Butter a 2-quart baking dish and layer one-third of the potato slices, then pour one-third of the cream mixture over. Repeat until all potatoes and cream are used, finishing with cream on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the edges bubble and the top is golden brown.
- Sprinkle grated sharp cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for another 5 minutes until melted.
Notes
Optional: Add fresh herbs like thyme or chives for additional flavor.