Easy Au Gratin Potatoes

If you’re looking for a show-stopping side dish that’s both simple and delicious, Easy Au Gratin Potatoes are the answer! With layers of tender potatoes smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce, this recipe is perfect for holidays, family dinners, and special gatherings. Whether you’re serving it alongside a Thanksgiving turkey, Christmas ham, or a simple weeknight meal, these creamy au gratin potatoes will be a hit with everyone at the table.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: au gratin potatoes, Potatoes, Side Dish, Weeknight Recipe, Easy Recipe

Prep Time: 30

Total Time: 1

Servings: servings

Calories: 280kcal

Equipment

1 Small Saucepan
1 2.5 quart Baking Dish
1 Measuring spoons
1 Measuring cups
1 Whisk

Ingredients

4 medium Potatoes thinly sliced
2 tbsp Butter
½ tbsp Flour
1 tsp Garlic minced
1 cup Milk
1 ½ cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
1 tsp Onion powder
½ tsp Paprika
1 Salt & Pepper to taste
½ tsp Parsley Flakes for garnishment

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Grease a baking dish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat melt butter and whisk in the flour and the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
To the saucepan, reduce the heat to low and add the milk, 1 cup cheese, onion powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Slice the potatoes and put half in the baking dish. Top with half of the cheese sauce. Add the remaining potatoes and top with the last of the cheese sauce.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes or until fork tender. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is melted. It will take about 2-4 minutes.
Garnish with dried parsley flakes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

It's optional to peel the potatoes. Slicing the potatoes thin and evenly helps them cook quicker and consistently.

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