Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin
Cheesy scalloped potatoes au gratin is a must-have holiday recipe. Tender potatoes sandwiched in cozy layers of rich cream and cheese make this melt in your mouth creamy potato cheese casserole irresistible!
Servings: 12
Calories: 172kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs medium potatoes red, Yukon gold, russet, peeled
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- pinch of cayenne pepper
- pinch of smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices and set aside.2 lbs medium potatoes
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in milk, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk, 1 tsp dry mustard, pinch of cayenne pepper, pinch of smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt
- Arrange half of potato slices in a lightly greased 9-inch square glass baking dish or 1-1/2 qt. casserole dish. Spread half of milk mixture over potatoes and top with 1 cup cheese. Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, milk mixture and 1 cup cheese.2 cups cheddar cheese
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, or until sauce is bubbly and potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little cayenne pepper or paprika.1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the potatoes are sliced to the same thickness so they cook evenly.
- Don't have or like cheddar? Use swiss or gruyere instead or even a combination of the cheeses.
- Do not skip peeling the potatoes! There are some dishes where it's a big deal but it is necessary for the best results in this.
- If you are using a glass casserole dish and have made it ahead and refrigerated it, do not preheat the oven before you put the potatoes in. The dish will shatter.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 313IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 3mg