Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes (Print Version)

Layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked with cream sauce and melted cheese for a rich side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2 lbs 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 1/2 cups grated Gruyère cheese
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# How to Make It:

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 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 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
09 - Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chives or parsley if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Rich and creamy layers of potatoes with a perfectly balanced garlic-infused cream sauce.
  • Golden, bubbly cheese topping from Gruyère and Parmesan for a deliciously crispy finish.
  • Simple ingredients come together to create a classic and impressive French side dish.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and versatile enough to complement many main courses.
02 -
  • Use a mandoline slicer for consistently thin potato slices to ensure even cooking.
  • Do not let the cream mixture boil to prevent curdling and maintain a smooth sauce.
  • Cover loosely with foil to trap steam for tender potatoes, then remove foil to achieve a golden, bubbly top.
  • Allow the dish to rest 10 minutes after baking so the sauce thickens and layers set for easier serving.
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