Best 15 Healthy Simple Au Gratin Potatoes Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion? Au gratin potatoes are a classic dish that can be easily made at home. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with thinly sliced potatoes, a creamy sauce, and a cheesy topping. It is a perfect comfort food that is sure to please everyone at your table. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for the best healthy simple au gratin potatoes that is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

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.

EASY POTATOES AU GRATIN



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Tender sliced potatoes baked to perfect with a creamy sauce made with milk, cheese, garlic, mustard, and onions.

Provided by Rena

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lb potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
3 tbsp gluten-free flour (or cornstarch)
2 1/2 cups almond milk
1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg (or to your taste)
¾ cup grated Gruyère cheese
Fresh thyme to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F and spray a baking dish with cooking oil spray or olive oil.
  • Add sliced potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle 2 tbsp oil and toss well to coat. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until potatoes begin to soften and the sauce is ready.
  • Meanwhile, heat a rimmed pan over medium heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp oil. Sauté the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes, or until it softens.
  • Stir in the mustard and flour. Slowly pour the milk and whisk until sauce is thickened and smooth, 2-3 minutes.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Remove the potatoes from the oven and pour over the sauce, stirring gently to mostly cover and coat.
  • Top with shredded cheese. (You can now cool and refrigerate the dish for make-ahead.)
  • Return to the oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until potatoes are super tender, bubbly, and golden-brown on top. (Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the thickness of your potato slices.)
  • Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 165 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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

POTATOES GRATIN



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Try Tyler Florence's super-cheesy and creamy potatoes gratin from Food Network.

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and sliced paper-thin
2 cups heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, split
Leaves from 4 fresh thyme sprigs
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Put the potato mixture into a casserole dish, flatten it out with a spatula, and bake for 40 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the gratin is bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chives.

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

AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Enjoy these delicious potatoes topped with cheese and bread crumbs - perfect for a side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (6 cups)
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly; remove from heat.
  • Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese until melted.
  • Spread potatoes in casserole. Pour cheese sauce over potatoes. Bake uncovered 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the bread crumbs; sprinkle over potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until top is brown and bubbly and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 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.

POTATOES AU GRATIN



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This is one of the first dishes I made in Home Economics class, but it wasn't until after I graduated that I learned about adding Parmesan and Gruyere for a more sophisticated version.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup grated Gruyere
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a 1 1/2 quart baking dish with about 1 tablespoon of the softened butter.
  • Arrange a layer of potatoes in the baking dish, and sprinkle some of the cheeses over them. Continue layering potatoes and cheeses until you've used them all, ending with a layer of potatoes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the cream with the salt and pepper; pour this over the potatoes. Dot the remaining butter over the top and sprinkle with the paprika. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown on top. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

SOUR CREAM AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Hi everyone! I have lived in the States for over 30 years, but my American husband and I moved to Norway almost 7 years ago. (I was born in Norway) Converting recipes is sometimes a challenge, but the "try-and-fail" method seems to work, and is sometimes very funny----I have a few recipes that have been favorites through the years and this Au Gratin potato recipe is one of them. I don't know where or when I got it, but my 3 kids, who are now 34, 32 and 27 and all living in America, loved this when they were growing up, and still do! Try it! P.S. So happy to find this site! It is fantastic, and much fun! I've also submitted another recipe--one of my favorites , called TUNA-BROCCOLI BAKE, delicious and practically FAT-FREE! Check it out! I like this potato recipe as it is delicious and very, very simple to make.

Provided by silly sally

Categories     Potato

Time 1h45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 large potatoes
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon onion, minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes with skins on, till tender.
  • Cool.
  • Peel potatoes when cold; then cut into small cubes, or grate.
  • Place the potatoes into a 9x13-inch pan.
  • Combine all other ingredients, and pour over potatoes.
  • Cover and bake at 325° for 30-45 minutes.
  • EASY AND DELICIOUS!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1021.7, Fat 48.5, SaturatedFat 28.9, Cholesterol 118.9, Sodium 917, Carbohydrate 122.6, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 5.9, Protein 28.2

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

DOUBLE CHEESY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Potatoes cooked in heavy cream with Parm cheese, topped with Cheddar cheese. Not for those on a low fat diet! I never use measurements, so go with your gut!

Provided by VOLCANOASH

Categories     Potatoes Au Gratin

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large baking potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
1 quart heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Layer potato slices in prepared baking dish. Pour cream over potatoes; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Season potatoes with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in preheated oven until potatoes are soft, about 1 hour. Remove from oven; gently stir potatoes. Sprinkle with the Cheddar cheese; cover and let rest until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 182.3 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 31.3 g, Sodium 214.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

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

AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Yummy, creamy comfort food - this is NOT health food! I have adapted this from a recipe I found online years ago to make it as easy on cleanup as possible. **EDIT: butter amount corrected following review 2/24.

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 -7 medium potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup (or mushroom or celery or whatever you like, I use 1 chicken and 1 mushroom, usually)
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup milk
black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  • Wash the potatoes, or peel if you like. We leave the skins on. Slice them thinly, about 1/4 inch thick. Boil for about 5 minutes to soften them, but don't overcook them! They should be soft, but not done.
  • While potatoes are cooking, put butter and onion in a large microwave-safe dish and cook for 2-3 minutes, until onions are soft and slightly translucent. (I use my large Pyrex measuring cup.) Add remaining ingredients, mix well, and microwave 3-4 more minutes until bubbling.
  • Layer potatoes and sauce mixture into greased dish, evenly coating potatoes. Top layer should be sauce. Bake for about 45 minutes until the top is browned and bubbly.
  • (If you're pressed for time, microwave the casserole for about 10 minutes, then stick it under the broiler to brown the top - my family can't tell the difference!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.6, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 64.9, Sodium 811.6, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.8, Protein 11.3

CREAMY & RICH AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Make and share this Creamy & Rich Au Gratin Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rachel Merrell

Categories     Oven

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup half-and-half
4 medium white potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 lbs)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes (or 2 tbs snipped fresh parsley)
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Grease 1 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Set aside.
  • In small saucepan melt butter.
  • Stir in flour, salt and pepper.
  • Blend in milk and half-and-half.
  • Cook on medium high heat, stirring constantly, until heated through.
  • Set aside.
  • Layer one-third of potato slices, half of onion, one-third of parsley, one-third of cheese and one-third of sauce in casserole.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Top with remaining potatoes, parsley, cheese and sauce.
  • Bake in 375F degrees Convection oven on rack 3, 45-60 minutes (or bake in preheated 375F degrees radiant bake oven 1-1 1/4 hours) or until sauce is bubbly and potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 37.9, Sodium 456, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1, Protein 6.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or russet potatoes are the best choices for au gratin potatoes. They have a creamy texture and hold their shape well when baked.
  • Slice the potatoes thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Parboil the potatoes: This step is optional, but it helps to remove some of the starch from the potatoes, which makes them less likely to stick together.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Gruyère, Parmesan, and cheddar are all classic choices for au gratin potatoes. Use a combination of cheeses for a more complex flavor.
  • Season the potatoes well: Salt, pepper, and garlic are all essential seasonings for au gratin potatoes. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or nutmeg.
  • Don't overbake the potatoes: Au gratin potatoes should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy. The cheese should be melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Au gratin potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them cheesy, creamy, or garlicky, there is an au gratin potato recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying side dish, give au gratin potatoes a try.

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