Crispy potatoes au gratin is a classic dish that is sure to impress any dinner guest. It is made with layers of thinly sliced potatoes, cheese, cream, and seasonings, and then baked until golden brown and bubbly. With so many variations of this dish, finding the perfect recipe can be a daunting task. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a modern twist, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect crispy potatoes au gratin. Learn how to select the right potatoes, choose the best cheese, and incorporate flavorful seasonings to create a dish that will be a hit at your next dinner party.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE AU GRATIN POTATOES
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
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
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
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
CRISPY POTATOES AU GRATIN
Easy to put together, and oh so cheesy! If desired, you can stir in 2 cups diced ham along with the cheese mixture.
Provided by Charmie777
Categories Potato
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375º.
- Arrange potatoes and 1 cup French fried onions in greased 13x9 dish.
- Combine half-and-half, ricotta, salt, garlic powder and pepper; whisk until well combined.
- Pour over potatoes; stir gently.
- Bake, uncovered, 50 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and remaining 1 cup onions.
- Bake 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and onions are golden.
CRISPY AU GRATIN POTATOES
This was adapted from several recipes since I didn't have the right stuff to make any of them. I think any hard cheese would work well. 2 of my 3 picky kids liked it.
Provided by sheepdoc
Categories Potato
Time 1h50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Slice potatoes with mandolin slicer.
- Spread sliced potatoes in 11x7 pan (spray sides with Pam).
- Make white sauce. Melt 4 Tbs butter, stir in flour, salt and pepper. Remove from heat, stir in milk. Return to medium heat and stir constantly to boil, boil one minute. Add cheeses and stir until melted.
- Pour cheese sauce over potatoes.
- Bake 1 hour 15 minutes, covered.
- Melt 4 Tbs butter, add Panko and onion.
- Uncover and spread Panko mixture over top.
- Broil until Panko starts to brown.
CREAMY POACHED CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS TIPS AND CRISPY POTATOES AU GRATIN
Steps:
- Put the chicken into a large pot. Pour over the wine and chicken stock. Add water if necessary so the chicken is covered. Add the carrots, celery and onions and season with salt and pepper. Put over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. Turn off the heat and cover the pan. Let is sit for 30 minutes so the chicken finishes cooking. Remove the chicken from the pot and keep warm, reserving the poaching liquid.
- Strain 2 cups of the poaching liquid into a medium pot over high heat. Bring to a boil and reduce the liquid by half. Whisk in the cream and reduce by half again. Cover and keep warm.
- Strain 1 cup of the poaching liquid into another medium pot over high heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the asparagus tips. Cook until they are just tender and bright green, about 1 minute. Drain and keep warm.
- When ready to serve, toast the bread and spread it with 2 of the tablespoons butter. Whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons butter into the cream sauce. Place the toast onto a plate, top with a chicken quarter and ladle some cream sauce over it. Garnish with chives. Serve with asparagus tips and Crispy Potatoes au Gratin.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 4 shallow ovenproof ramekins with the softened butter.
- Slice the potatoes as thinly as possible. Fan a layer of potatoes into the ramekins. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle over 2 tablespoons cheese. Add another layer of potato and season with salt and pepper and sprinkle over 2 more tablespoons cheese. Put the ramekins onto a baking sheet and pour the cream over the potatoes in each dish. Dot with the cold butter. Bake until brown and crispy, 20 to 25 minutes.
CRUNCHY AU GRATIN POTATOES
With its golden, crunchy topping and gooey, cheesy interior, this comforting spin on a classic side dish is brimming with robust flavors. Horseradish and nutmeg add that extra-special touch.-Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook onions in butter over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until onions are golden brown, stirring frequently., In a large bowl, combine the cream, pumpkin, horseradish, nutmeg, salt and pepper. In a greased 13x9-in. baking pan, layer potato slices and onions. Spread with pumpkin mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours., Increase temperature to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and sage. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
POTATOES AU GRATIN
The humble potato gets the red carpet treatment in this easy yet luxurious recipe for potatoes au gratin. Sliced Yukon Gold or russet potatoes (you can use either, but don't use a combination as they cook at different rates) are layered with half-and-half or heavy cream, topped with butter and grated cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. Feel free to play around: Add leeks, onions, garlic or more cheese between the layers. Experiment with fresh or dried herbs. It's incredibly adaptable and practically foolproof. Just don't forget to season with salt and pepper as you go. Like all potato dishes, it needs plenty of seasoning.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, casseroles, vegetables, side dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Seasoning each layer with salt and pepper as you go, layer the potatoes in a 10- or 12-inch ovenproof skillet.
- Dot the top with 2 tablespoons butter. Pour in half-and-half. (It should come about 3/4 of the way to the top.)
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to low and cook for 10 minutes, uncovered, until the half-and-half has reduced by about half.
- Transfer to the oven and bake until the top is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 300 degrees and cook until the potatoes are fork tender and the top is nicely browned, about 8 minutes more. Top with grated cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is melty and golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with a pinch of nutmeg, if using, and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are best for this recipe, as they hold their shape well and become tender when cooked.
- Slice the potatoes thinly: This will help them cook evenly and become crispy.
- Soak the potatoes in water: This will help to remove the starch from the potatoes, which will prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a good quality cheese: Gruyère or Emmental cheese are both excellent choices for potatoes au gratin.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: They should be cooked until they are tender, but still have a little bit of bite to them.
- Serve the potatoes au gratin immediately: They are best when they are hot and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Potatoes au gratin is a classic French dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect potatoes au gratin that will impress your family and friends.
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