Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes—a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing side perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–7 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 3 pounds)
- ½ white or yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup Gruyere cheese (or more cheddar) for topping
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan for topping
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish.
- Layer thinly sliced potatoes and onions in the dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, add flour, then gradually whisk in almond milk until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour sauce over the layered potatoes and cover with foil. Bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle Gruyere and Parmesan on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg