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Au Gratin Potatoes

Classic creamy and cheesy potatoes, perfect as a side dish.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: French
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted.
  4. Layer half of the potatoes in a greased baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over potatoes. Repeat layers.
  5. Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheese, Comfort Food, Potatoes
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