Description
Steak House Au Gratin Potatoes are a comforting, creamy side dish that elevates any meal with their rich flavors and cheesy goodness. This indulgent recipe features thinly sliced russet potatoes layered with a velvety cheese sauce, baked to perfection until golden brown and bubbly. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, these au gratin potatoes are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh thyme or rosemary for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in the dish, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the layered potatoes, sprinkle cheese on top, and repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg