Easy Au Gratin’s Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
🥔 Category: Potato
🔍 Keywords: Vegetable, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Description:
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Easy Au Gratin’s recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying, it’s a delightful addition to any mealtime gathering or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3 potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. | Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. |
| 2. | Boil Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, bring the half-and-half cream, milk, salt, and garlic powder to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. |
| 3. | Add Potatoes: Once the cream mixture is boiling, add the thinly sliced potatoes to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. |
| 4. | Season and Stir: Remove the saucepan from heat. Season the potatoes with pepper and gently stir to incorporate the seasoning evenly throughout the mixture. |
| 5. | Layer and Bake: Transfer the creamy potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, covering the potatoes entirely. |
| 6. | Bake Until Golden: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven, uncovered, and bake for approximately 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown. |
| 7. | Serve and Enjoy: Remove the au gratin from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Scoop out generous portions onto plates and savor the delicious combination of creamy potatoes and gooey melted cheese. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 288.2
- Fat Content: 13.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 43.3mg
- Sodium Content: 465.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.9g
- Fiber Content: 3.6g
- Sugar Content: 1.5g
- Protein Content: 10.9g
This Easy Au Gratin’s recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a convenient option for busy weeknights, ready to be enjoyed in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Serve it alongside your favorite proteins or as a standalone dish for a hearty and satisfying meal.
