Creamy And Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
A comforting and delicious dish featuring layers of thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes and a creamy cheese sauce.
Equipment
- Baking Dish 2-quart square or 8x12-inch
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 0.5 unit white or yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp salted butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 1 unit black pepper
- 0.5 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2-quart square or 8x12-inch baking dish.
- Arrange sliced potatoes in tight slanted rows in the dish, adding onion slices in between and on top.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add almond milk while whisking until the mixture thickens.
- Reduce heat, stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed for taste.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the potatoes and onions, making sure to cover them evenly.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses on top, and bake for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden and potatoes are tender.
- Garnish with parsley before serving. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Notes
Feel free to customize with different cheese varieties or add crispy bacon for extra flavor.