Sure! Let’s dive into making the delicious Creamy & Rich Au Gratin Potatoes. This recipe is a perfect combination of creamy sauce, tender potatoes, and cheesy goodness, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. With a total time of 1 hour and 30 minutes, including 30 minutes of prep time and 1 hour of cooking time, you’ll have plenty of time to prepare and enjoy this mouthwatering dish.
Creamy & Rich Au Gratin Potatoes
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Rating: 5 stars
- Reviews: 28
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Butter |
| 3 | Margarine |
| 1/2 | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 3/4 | Pepper |
| 3/4 | Milk |
| 4 | Half-and-half |
| 1 | White potatoes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Dried parsley flakes |
| 1 | Cheddar cheese |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 212.1
- Fat Content: 12.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 37.9mg
- Sodium Content: 456mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 1g
- Protein Content: 6.7g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish and set it aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Gradually blend in the milk and half-and-half, stirring constantly until the mixture is heated through. Set aside.
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Layering:
- Begin by layering one-third of the potato slices at the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
- Next, add half of the sliced onion, followed by one-third of the dried parsley flakes, one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese, and one-third of the prepared sauce.
- Repeat the layers once more.
- Finally, top the dish with the remaining potato slices, parsley flakes, shredded cheddar cheese, and the remaining sauce.
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Baking:
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven on rack 3 (for convection ovens) or in the middle of the oven for radiant bake ovens.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes for convection ovens, or 1-1 1/4 hours for radiant bake ovens, or until the sauce is bubbly, and the potatoes are tender.
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Serving:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the au gratin potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot as a delectable side dish or a comforting main course.
Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of these Au Gratin Potatoes, and savor every delightful bite! 🥔🧀✨
