Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
Potatoes au Gratin originated in France and are a popular dish in many French households. The dish’s name comes from the French word ‘gratiné’, which means to brown the top layer of a dish.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Add the garlic, salt, and black pepper to the sauce and stir well.
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Layer half of the sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish. Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes.
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Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese on top. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Let the potatoes au gratin rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
