Au Gratin Potatoes
Au gratin potatoes are a versatile side dish. Whether you're serving them as part of a holiday feast, a Sunday dinner, or a potluck gathering, their comforting and familiar flavors never fail to bring warmth to the table
Servings: 6
Calories: 266kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk constantly for about 1-2 minutes to create a light roux.
- Gradually pour in the milk while continuing to whisk. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, and mix well.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish, overlapping slightly. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
- Layer the remaining potatoes on top, followed by the rest of the cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the potatoes.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, let the au gratin potatoes rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy!