Potatoes Au Gratin Casserole

Golden Potatoes Au Gratin Casserole is a creamy cheesy potato recipe 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. 

Potatoes Au Gratin Casserole

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

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! And be sure to serve this cheesy potato casserole any time you are entertaining. It’s guaranteed to be a favorite!

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 in the ecipe below.

Can you reheat potatoes au gratin?

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

How to make a potato casserole

Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below

1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Coat a 2 1/2 - 3-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
3. In large saucepot melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots, kosher salt and pepper and cook until just tender.
4. Combine heavy cream and flour.
5. Add heavy cream mixture and sliced potatoes to saucepot and bring to a boil, stirring gently.
6. Using a slotted spoon, transfer half of the potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Top with 1 cup shredded cheese.
7. Using slotted spoon, arrange remaining potatoes over cheese. Pour remaining cream mixture over potatoes and top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
8. Bake 50-60 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is golden.
9. Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.

Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips

• Make this recipe with Gouda or Jarlsberg cheese
• Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving
• Delicious with dried sage or fresh sage. Just add it when cooking the shallots
• White or yellow onions will lend a stronger onion flavor to the casserole
• You can make this potato side dish with sweet potatoes
• A combination of Yukon gold potatoes and sweet potatoes makes a colorful casserole
• White cheddar cheese can be substituted for yellow cheddar cheese

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Ingredients for cheesy scalloped potatoes

• butter – adds buttery dairy notes
• shallots – have a delicate and sweet flavor with a hint of sharpness
• kosher salt - makes the flavors pop
• pepper - adds seasoning balance
• heavy cream – helps to make the cheese sauce
• flour – thickener for the sauce
• Yukon Gold potatoes – have a buttery soft texture
• yellow cheddar cheese – white cheddar or a combination of both yellow cheddar and white cheddar will work well

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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: au gratin potatoes casserole, 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 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.

Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips

• Make this recipe with Gouda or Jarlsberg cheese
• Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving
• Delicious with dried sage or fresh sage. Just add it when cooking the shallots
• White or yellow onions will lend a stronger onion flavor to the casserole
• You can make this potato side dish with sweet potatoes
• A combination of Yukon gold potatoes and sweet potatoes makes a colorful casserole
• White cheddar cheese can be substituted for yellow cheddar cheese

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.

First Published: December 16, 2015... Last Updated: September 8, 2021 for better readability and user experience