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Potatoes Au Gratin Recipe

INGREDIENTS

6 medium red potatoes sliced thinly ▢4 tablespoons butter ▢4 tablespoons all-purpose flour ▢2 cups milk ▢½ cup heavy whipping cream ▢2 teaspoons salt ▢¼ teaspoon pepper ▢2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided ▢½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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STEP-1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 x 9 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour, and cook 3-4 minutes, until golden brown. 

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STEP-2

Slowly add the milk and cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook an additional 5-6 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the salt and pepper and one cup of the cheddar cheese.

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STEP-3

Layer one-third of the potato slices as evenly as possible in the prepared baking dish. Pour one-third of the sauce over the potatoes and spread to cover. Sprinkle ⅓ of the parmesan cheese and ⅓ of the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Repeat the layers twice more.

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STEP-4

Cover with foil and bake for one hour. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling on top. 

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STEP-5

Let cool 15-20 minutes before serving.

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