Description
Indulge in creamy and cheesy au gratin potatoes baked to golden perfection. A classic side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- 2 cups of heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel the potatoes and slice them very thinly, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a saucepan. Heat over medium until simmering.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish, drizzling with the cream mixture and sprinkling cheddar cheese in between layers.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until bubbling and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, swap potatoes with cauliflower or use skim milk instead of cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg