Pat’s Au Gratin Potatoes

Au Gratin potatoes originated in French cuisine and the term ‘au gratin’ refers to a dish that is topped with breadcrumbs or cheese and browned under a broiler.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Pat’s Au Gratin Potatoes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Side Dish Recipe Keys: 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
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
3. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
5. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
7. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
8. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish.
9. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
10. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
11. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
13. 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 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 3g

Protein 8g16%

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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.