Cheesy Potatoes and Apples au Gratin

The combination of cheesy potatoes and apples in a gratin dish is a popular comfort food in many American households.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Cheesy Potatoes and Apples au Gratin

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Potatoes
• 300 gram Apples
• 200 gram Cheddar Cheese
• 250 ml Milk
• 50 gram Butter
• 50 gram Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes and apples.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted.
6. Layer half of the potatoes and apples in a greased baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes and apples.
8. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, apples, and cheese sauce.
9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
11. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
12. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 10g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.