Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)

Tender potato layers baked in a rich cream sauce topped with golden, melted cheeses and herbs.

# What You Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

→ Cream Sauce

02 - 2 cups heavy cream
03 - 1 cup whole milk
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

→ Cheeses

08 - 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese, grated
09 - 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat over medium-low until just steaming, not boiling. Remove from heat.
03 - Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
04 - Sprinkle half of the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses over the potatoes.
05 - Layer the remaining potatoes evenly on top. Pour the warm cream mixture evenly over all the potatoes.
06 - Top with the remaining Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses.
07 - Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
09 - Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chives or parsley if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Rich and decadent layers of tender potatoes in a luscious cream sauce
  • Golden, bubbly cheese topping with irresistible nutty Gruyère flavor
  • Perfect make-ahead side dish for holiday dinners and special occasions
  • Classic French technique that elevates simple potatoes into something spectacular
  • Pairs beautifully with baked ham, roasted meats, or as a vegetarian main
02 -
  • Slice potatoes uniformly with a mandoline for even cooking and elegant presentation
  • Heat the cream mixture until steaming but not boiling to prevent curdling
  • Let the dish rest 10 minutes after baking so the cream sets and slices cleanly
  • Use freshly grated cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting and flavor
  • Cover with foil for the first part of baking to prevent over-browning while the potatoes cook through
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