Easiest Au Gratin Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Easiest Au Gratin Potatoes, a decadent side dish that’s as simple to make as it is delicious. Featuring velvety layers of thinly sliced Russet potatoes, a rich garlic-infused cream sauce, and a generous helping of melty cheddar and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is the perfect addition to any dinner table. With just 20 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this golden, bubbly masterpiece delivers bold flavors and creamy textures in every bite. Ideal for holidays, family dinners, or potlucks, these au gratin potatoes are topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're impressing guests or craving comfort food, this easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 2 lbs) Russet potatoes
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the tablespoon of butter and set aside.
Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline. Try to keep the slices uniform for even cooking.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Heat the mixture until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat.
Layer one-third of the potato slices evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour one-third of the cream mixture over the potatoes, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Repeat the layering process two more times with the remaining potatoes, cream, and cheddar cheese, finishing with the cheddar as the final layer.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, and the potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove from the oven and let the au gratin potatoes cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, cheesy delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6323 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.0 g | 332% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.3 g | 802% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 4802 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 809.6 g | 294% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.5 g | 227% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 178.2 g | 356% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2630 mg | 202% | |
| Iron | 42.6 mg | 237% | |
| Potassium | 20398 mg | 434% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
