Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes. This delightful dish features layers of thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheeses. Topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer, each bite offers a perfect balance of creamy richness and crunchy texture, making it an ideal side for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and thinly slice the Yukon Gold potatoes. Rinse and pat dry.
- In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until thickened.
- Stir in grated cheeses until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Grease a baking dish, layer potatoes with cheese sauce, finishing with sauce on top.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top layer.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg