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Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

A comforting dish of thinly sliced Russet potatoes baked in a rich and creamy sauce, topped with sharp cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes and Cream Mixture
  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes, thinly sliced Sliced to about 1/8-inch thickness
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper Adjust to taste
Topping and Preparation
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter For greasing and layering
  • 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated Add extra for topping if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish generously with butter.
  3. Thinly slice the Russet potatoes to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  4. In a bowl, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; whisk until blended.
Layering and Baking
  1. Layer half of the potato slices in the prepared dish; pour half of the cream mixture over them and sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.
  2. Repeat the layers.
  3. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  4. Remove foil in the last 15 minutes to achieve a golden crust.

Notes

Consider adding cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.