Best 12 Awesome Au Gratin Potatoes Recipes

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Are you craving a mouthwatering and comforting dish that will leave you and your loved ones in awe? Look no further than the classic au gratin potatoes. This French-inspired casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring thinly sliced potatoes bathed in a creamy, cheesy sauce. The crispy, golden-brown crust adds the perfect finishing touch to this irresistible dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate au gratin potatoes. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey as we explore the best recipes for this culinary delight.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE AU GRATIN POTATOES



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These homemade au gratin potatoes are always welcome at our dinner table, and they're so simple to make. A perfect complement to ham, this homey potato gratin also goes well with pork, chicken and other entrees. -Cris O'Brien, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)
1/2 cup chopped onion
Additional pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If desired, top with additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CREAMY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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This is my husband's favorite dish, and he considers it a special occasion every time I make it. The creamy cheese sauce and the tender potatoes in this classic French dish combine to make a deliciously addictive experience. It's a great side dish with a roast pork loin or beef tenderloin. Add a green salad and French bread, and you have found the magic path to a man's heart. To avoid lumps in your sauce, add the milk just a little at a time as you stir the flour and butter. Experiment with different cheeses for variety.

Provided by CathyM

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 onion, sliced into rings
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a medium casserole dish.
  • Layer 1/2 of the potatoes into bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with the onion slices, and add the remaining potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the flour and salt, and stir constantly with a whisk for one minute. Stir in milk. Cook until mixture has thickened. Stir in cheese all at once, and continue stirring until melted, about 30 to 60 seconds. Pour cheese over the potatoes, and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 683.4 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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One taste of this classic comforting dish and you'll never buy a store-bought box of au gratin potatoes again! The thinly sliced "spuds" cook up tender in no time. Your family will request this many times over.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup seasoned salad croutons, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cream, milk, salt and garlic powder to a boil. Add potatoes; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Coarsely crush 1/4 cup of croutons. Remove potatoes from the heat. Gently stir in the crushed croutons and pepper. , Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining croutons. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 5-6 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HEALTHIER CREAMY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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These potatoes are so creamy, even with reduced-fat cheese and milk. This is a great side dish to a low-fat meat entree. Just add a green salad to complete the meal!

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 onion, sliced into rings
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups low-fat (1%) milk
1 ½ cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly butter a 1-quart baking dish.
  • Layer half the potatoes into the bottom of prepared baking dish. Top with onion slices and add remaining potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Mix in flour and salt, stirring constantly with a whisk, for one minute. Stir in milk. Cook until mixture has thickened. Add Cheddar cheese and continue stirring until melted, 30 to 60 seconds. Pour cheese sauce over potatoes and cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese sauce is bubbling and potatoes are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 62.2 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 840.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

RICH AND CREAMY POTATOES AU GRATIN



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These are the easiest, creamiest potatoes au gratin I have ever had... YUM!

Provided by Celeste

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and very thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream, divided
freshly ground black pepper to taste
freshly grated nutmeg to taste
2 cups freshly shredded Gruyere cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes, garlic, and salt into a large pot, fill with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer the potatoes until tender but not mushy, 8 to 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer about half the potatoes to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Pour half of the cream over the potatoes, season with black pepper and nutmeg, and sprinkle half of the Gruyere cheese onto the mixture. Top with the remaining potatoes; sprinkle again with black pepper and nutmeg. Pour on the remaining cream, and sprinkle with remaining Gruyere cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese topping is crisp and brown on top, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 330.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

QUICK & EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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On holidays, a friend serves these creamy, cheesy potatoes when we gather together to celebrate with lifelong friends and grown children. -Carol Blue, Barnesville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sour cream
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix sour cream, condensed soup, salt and pepper; stir in potatoes, cheese and onion. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes and melted butter; sprinkle over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BILL KNAPP'S AU GRATIN POTATOES



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I got this out of our local newspaper. I always loved their potatoes and couldn't wait to try this recipe--it sure tasted like theirs.

Provided by emily9

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups potatoes, diced, boiled and chilled
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
6 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Prepare potatoes.
  • Melt butter in large sauce pan.
  • Add flour and blend.
  • Gradually add milk and cook until thick.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in potatoes.
  • Pour into casserole dish.
  • Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until top is browned.
  • Can top with soft bread crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.9, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 15.7, Cholesterol 74.6, Sodium 989.8, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 11.1

AWESOME CREAMY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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This is a different spin on traditional au gratin potatoes, the taste is so addicting that you will keep coming back for more!

Provided by Mebriella

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups diced potatoes
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
4 ounces cream cheese
1/3 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup of crushed cracker
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes until halfway done, do not cook all the way, drain and pour in greased square baking dish.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter and sautee the onions.
  • Mix the cornstarch with the heavy cream and add to melted butter and onions.
  • Add the cream cheese and chicken bouillon.
  • Stir until well blended and the cream cheese has blended in well. Cook until thickened.
  • Once thickened, pour onto potatoes in baking dish and mix until all potatoes are coated.
  • Sprinkle the top with the crushed crackers.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until crackers turn lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.8, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 92.1, Sodium 396.9, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.4

AWESOME AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Make and share this Awesome Au Gratin Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim M.

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 3/4 ounces condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, pressed
8 medium baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, combine soup, cheddar cheese, milk and black pepper. Add garlic and potatoes to soup mixture. Mix well.
  • Spoon potatoes into baking dish; sprinkle with parmesan cheese and paprika. Cover with foil; bake 1 hour. Remove foil; bake and additional 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.8, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 37, Sodium 480.8, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 11.4

PRETTY DARN QUICK POTATO GRATIN



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Use your food processor to quickly prep this easy, cheesy potato side dish.

Provided by NickiSizemore

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces Gruyère or Comté cheese
4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
1 ½ cups half-and-half
1 large garlic clove, peeled and very finely minced
¾ teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • Fit a food processor with shredding disk and use it to shred cheese. Transfer to a small bowl. Fit processor with slicing disk and use it to slice potatoes.
  • Put potatoes in a large saucepan with half-and-half, garlic, salt, and nutmeg; stir gently to combine. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cook at a gentle boil, stirring often with a heat-safe spatula to prevent sticking, until half-and-half has reduced and thickly coats potatoes, about 8 minutes.
  • Spoon into prepared baking dish. Smooth top and sprinkle evenly with cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife and top is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 43.2 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 386.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

LIGHTENED UP AWESOME AU GRATIN POTATOES



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My favorite recipe for au gratin potatoes comes from The Dillard House in Dillard, GA. I have found a way to lighten this recipe up so I can still have it while watching my calories. These are simply fantastic.

Provided by alisha.mills

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 1/2 Cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 medium red potatoes
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup 2% evaporated milk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and boil the potatoes until fork tender, let cool.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray a 2qt casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  • Shred the potatoes with a grater and add to the dish.
  • Pour the evaporated milk over the potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover the potatoes with the cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes, let cool to thicken. If it is a bit runny simply stir the cheese in and wait, it will thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.7, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 127.6, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 8

EASIEST AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Make and share this Easiest Au Gratin Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vina7737

Categories     Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (2 lb) bag of o'brian frozen hash brown potatoes
1 1/2-2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
3/4 cup cream or 3/4 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • Spray a large, deep loaf pan with non-stick oil spray.
  • Layer frozen potatoes and cheese, making three layers, and ending with cheese.
  • Pour cream or half& half evenly over all.
  • Cover pan with foil and seal well.
  • Bake at 375 for 1 hour, removing foil for last 15 minutes.
  • I don't usually add salt before baking as most cheddars are fairly salty.
  • This can be varied by using different cheeses such as swiss, blue, smoked gouda, etc.
  • You can also use plain hash browns if you don't like the onion/green pepper taste.
  • I've never made this using the low-fat/non-fat versions of cheese or cream, but I wouldn't recommend subbing them.
  • The glory of this recipe is its decadence.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.5, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 328.2, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 16.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the most common type of potato used for au gratin, as they hold their shape well and have a fluffy texture. However, you can also use Yukon Gold or fingerling potatoes.
  • Slice the potatoes thinly: This will help them cook evenly and absorb the sauce better.
  • Layer the potatoes in a baking dish: Make sure to overlap the potatoes slightly so that they are evenly cooked.
  • Make a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes au gratin potatoes special. Be sure to use a good quality cheese, such as Gruyère or Parmesan, and add plenty of seasonings.
  • Bake the potatoes until they are tender: This usually takes about 30 minutes, but the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the potatoes.
  • Top the potatoes with breadcrumbs: This will give the potatoes a crispy topping.

Conclusion:

Au gratin potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your au gratin potatoes turn out perfect every time.

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