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Potatoes Au Gratin Casserole

December 16, 2015 by GG 14 Comments

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Golden Potatoes Au Gratin is a creamy cheesy potato casserole that will quickly become your entertaining go-to potato recipe from now on! Slices of potatoes are gently boiled in a shallot cream mixture and then layered with cheese and baked to absolute perfection. 

Golden Potatoes Au Gratin

Potatoes Au Gratin Casserole

Our baked potato casserole is a must on your holiday table! An easy recipe that bakes up easily every time.

First Published: December 16, 2015… Last Updated: November 26, 2019

The secret is to gently boil your potato slices in a shallot cream mixture first. This begins the cooking process. Next the potato slices are layered with cheese in a casserole dish and baked to the ultimate cheesy, creamy perfection.

The amazing flavor, creamy texture, cheesy goodness and easy cooking method combine to make this the best potatoes au gratin! Oh yes, the holidays are going to be fabulously delicious this year!

Potatoes au Gratin FAQ’s

What does potatoes au gratin mean?

Au gratin means that potatoes are sliced, then boiled, sprinkled with cheese and browned in the oven.

Can I make potatoes au gratin the night before?

Yes, you can make au gratin potatoes a day ahead.

Make Ahead Directions:

  1. Prepare the potatoes and transfer to your baking dish.
  2. Cool, then cover tightly with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the potatoes (to prevent discoloring).
  3. Let potatoes come to room temperature before baking in the oven.
  4. Once at room temperature, remove the plastic wrap, top with shredded cheese and bake as directed.

Can you reheat potatoes au gratin?

Yes, you can easily reheat au gratin potatoes in the oven, microwave or on the stove top.

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Ingredients you will need to make this recipe

  • butter
  • shallots
  • kosher salt
  • pepper
  • heavy cream
  • flour
  • Yukon Gold potatoes
  • white or yellow cheddar cheese

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Slices of potatoes are gently boiled in a shallot cream mixture and then layered with cheese and baked to a cheesy, creamy perfection in our Golden Potatoes Au Gratin, recipe.
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Golden Potatoes Au Gratin
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Stand Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
 

Golden Potatoes Au Gratin is a creamy cheesy potato casserole that will be your entertaining go-to
potato recipe from now on! Slices of potatoes are gently boiled in a shallot
cream mixture and then layered with cheese and baked to absolute perfection. 

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: potatoes au gratin
Servings: 8
Calories: 533 kcal
Author: Gwynn Galvin
Ingredients
  • 1 Tbs. butter
  • 1/3 cup minced shallots ,about 2 large shallots
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 3 cups heavy cream
  • 1 Tbs. flour
  • 2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes ,peeled and thinly sliced, 6 cups
  • 2 cups shredded white or yellow cheddar cheese ,8 ounces
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 2 1/2 - 3-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In large saucepot melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots, kosher salt and pepper and cook until just tender, about 2 minutes.
  3. Combine heavy cream and flour, stirring until blended.
  4. Add heavy cream mixture and sliced potatoes to saucepot and bring to a boil, stirring gently.
  5. Using a slotted spoon, transfer half of the potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Top with 1 cup shredded cheese.
  6. Using slotted spoon, arrange remaining potatoes over cheese. Pour remaining cream mixture over potatoes and top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
  7. Bake 50-60 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is golden.
  8. Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.
Recipe Notes

Make Ahead Directions:

  1. Prepare the potatoes and transfer to your baking dish.
  2. Cool, then cover tightly with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the potatoes (to prevent discoloring).
  3. Let potatoes come to room temperature before baking in the oven.
  4. Once at room temperature, remove the plastic wrap, top with shredded cheese and bake as directed.
Nutrition Facts
Golden Potatoes Au Gratin
Amount Per Serving
Calories 533 Calories from Fat 396
% Daily Value*
Fat 44g68%
Saturated Fat 27g169%
Cholesterol 156mg52%
Sodium 469mg20%
Potassium 605mg17%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 1639IU33%
Vitamin C 24mg29%
Calcium 279mg28%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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