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.
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!
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:
- Prepare the potatoes and transfer to your baking dish.
- Cool, then cover tightly with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the potatoes (to prevent discoloring).
- Let potatoes come to room temperature before baking in the oven.
- 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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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.
- 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
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Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 2 1/2 - 3-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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In large saucepot melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots, kosher salt and pepper and cook until just tender, about 2 minutes.
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Combine heavy cream and flour, stirring until blended.
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Add heavy cream mixture and sliced potatoes to saucepot and bring to a boil, stirring gently.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer half of the potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Top with 1 cup shredded cheese.
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Using slotted spoon, arrange remaining potatoes over cheese. Pour remaining cream mixture over potatoes and top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
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Bake 50-60 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is golden.
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Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.
Make Ahead Directions:
- Prepare the potatoes and transfer to your baking dish.
- Cool, then cover tightly with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the potatoes (to prevent discoloring).
- Let potatoes come to room temperature before baking in the oven.
- Once at room temperature, remove the plastic wrap, top with shredded cheese and bake as directed.
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