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Potatoes Au Gratin

A classic and comforting dish combining tender potatoes with creamy cheese and garlic, perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Potatoes
  • 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened divided
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375˚F and grease a baking dish with 2 tablespoons of butter.
  2. Very thinly slice the potatoes (using a mandolin if available).
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream, shredded cheddar, 4 tablespoons of Parmesan, and minced garlic.
  2. Add the sliced potatoes to the bowl and toss until they are well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
Baking
  1. Line the baking dish with stacks of the coated potatoes.
  2. Pour the excess cream mixture over the potatoes and dot with the remaining butter.
  3. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  4. Remove the foil, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan, and bake for another 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Finishing Touch
  1. Broil on high for 1 minute to brown the top, then let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a mandolin slicer for evenly sliced potatoes. Feel free to mix different cheeses for new flavors. For extra creaminess, add more cream or sour cream. You can also add cooked bacon or ham for a heartier version.