Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

The term ‘au gratin’ refers to a dish that is topped with breadcrumbs or cheese and then baked until golden and crispy.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Potatoes
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously.
6. Add the salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme. Cook until the sauce thickens.
7. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes.
8. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and sauce.
9. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
12. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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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.