Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes (Printable)

Layers of tender potatoes in creamy sauce with golden cheese baked to a rich, bubbly finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

→ Cream Sauce

02 - 2 cups heavy cream
03 - 1 cup whole milk
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

→ Cheeses

08 - 1 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat over medium-low heat until steaming, approximately 5-7 minutes. Do not allow to boil. Remove from heat.
03 - Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes in an even layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
04 - Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the potato layer.
05 - Layer the remaining sliced potatoes evenly on top of the cheese layer.
06 - Pour the warm cream sauce evenly over all the potatoes, ensuring even distribution.
07 - Distribute the remaining grated Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses across the top surface.
08 - Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes at 375°F.
09 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the top achieves golden-brown color and potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
10 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich and creamy with a perfect cheesy crust.
  • Simple ingredients with an impressive taste.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and adaptable.
  • Pairs beautifully with baked or glazed ham.
  • Ideal for family dinners and holidays.
02 -
  • Use a mandoline slicer for uniformly thin potato slices.
  • Do not boil the cream mixture; just warm to avoid curdling.
  • Cover loosely with foil to prevent burning the cheese while baking.
  • Let resting time before serving helps the dish set and slice nicely.
  • Choose Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture or Russets for a fluffier bite.
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