Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes, a cherished family recipe that brings warmth and nostalgia to every meal. This scrumptious side dish combines layers of tender Yukon gold potatoes with a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar and gruyere. Finished with a bubbly, golden top, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 portions 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–7 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced into 1/8th inch rounds (about 3 pounds)
- ½ white or yellow onion, cut into slices
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 heaping cups)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup gruyere cheese (or substitute more sharp cheddar)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Layer sliced potatoes and onions in the dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter; whisk in flour and almond milk until smooth. Add cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour sauce over the potatoes; cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes covered; then sprinkle gruyere and parmesan on top.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg