Description
A comforting and creamy classic, Chris Potatoes Au Gratin features thinly sliced potatoes baked in a rich cream sauce with a blend of Gruyère and cheddar cheese. This recipe is a reliable favorite for any occasion, delivering a golden-brown, bubbly, and utterly delicious side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 4–5 medium), peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅛-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated if possible
- 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. Prepare the potatoes by peeling and thinly slicing them to about ⅛-inch thick.
- 3. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- 4. In a large bowl, toss the sliced potatoes with the melted butter.
- 5. Layer half of the potatoes in the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle with half of the Gruyère and cheddar cheeses.
- 6. Add the remaining potatoes, followed by the rest of the cheeses.
- 7. Pour the warm cream mixture evenly over the layered potatoes and cheese.
- 8. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- 9. Remove the foil and continue to bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes more, until potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- 10. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F (160°C) covered with foil for 15-20 minutes, removing foil for the last few minutes to re-brown the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70-75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g