Best 7 Easy Au Gratin Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Au Gratin Potatoes, a classic dish that exudes comfort and elegance. This tantalizing casserole features tender potatoes, enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce, and topped with a golden-brown crust of melted cheese. It's a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion. Our comprehensive guide presents three delectable variations of Au Gratin Potatoes, each with its unique charm. The Classic Au Gratin Potatoes recipe stays true to the traditional preparation, ensuring a rich and satisfying experience. For a touch of sophistication, try the Creamy Gruyère Au Gratin Potatoes, where the nutty and aromatic Gruyère cheese takes center stage. And for a vegetarian twist, the Broccoli Cheddar Au Gratin Potatoes introduce a vibrant medley of broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful symphony of flavors. Whether you prefer the classic approach or crave a creative twist, our Au Gratin Potatoes recipes will gratify your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE AU GRATIN POTATOES



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These homemade au gratin potatoes are always welcome at our dinner table, and they're so simple to make. A perfect complement to ham, this homey potato gratin also goes well with pork, chicken and other entrees. -Cris O'Brien, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)
1/2 cup chopped onion
Additional pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If desired, top with additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

QUICK & EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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On holidays, a friend serves these creamy, cheesy potatoes when we gather together to celebrate with lifelong friends and grown children. -Carol Blue, Barnesville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sour cream
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups crushed cornflakes
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix sour cream, condensed soup, salt and pepper; stir in potatoes, cheese and onion. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes and melted butter; sprinkle over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

EASY POTATOES AU GRATIN



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Try out a classic tonight with Easy Potatoes au Gratin. The layers of cheesy, warm potato slices in our Easy Potatoes au Gratin recipe are sure to please.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. pepper
2-1/2 cups milk
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 Tbsp. chopped onions
6 cups thinly sliced peeled baking potatoes (6 to 8 potatoes)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Blend in flour, mustard and pepper; cook and stir 1 min. Gradually add milk, stirring until well blended; cook 3 to 5 min. until thickened, stirring constantly. Add 1-1/2 cups cheese and onions; cook 2 to 3 min. until cheese is melted, stirring frequently.
  • Layer potatoes and cheese sauce alternately in 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray, ending with cheese sauce.
  • Bake 1-1/4 hours or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 9 g

EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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Oh, how we loved these rich and creamy au gratin potatoes. The cheddar cheese melts and combines with the heavy cream to form a thick and creamy sauce. Fresh onion gives a punch of flavor to the potatoes. Romano and cheddar cheese are sprinkled on top. Romano cheese is savory and is a nice touch. The hardest part of this side...

Provided by Nancy Metrick

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 lb potatoes, thinly sliced
1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
2 c heavy cream
8 oz sharp cheddar, shredded and divided
1/4 c all-purpose flour
salt and pepper, to taste
1 c grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Peel and slice potatoes very thin. Slice onions thin as well. Place them both in a large mixing bowl.
  • 2. Add to the potato and onions, 2 cups of heavy cream, flour, and 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss until completely mixed.
  • 3. Spray a shallow baking dish with non-stick spray. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread out evenly.
  • 4. Top with remaining cup of shredded cheddar and Romano cheeses.
  • 5. Bake about 45 to 50 minutes until potatoes are tender and the top is nicely browned.
  • 6. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

CREAMY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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This is my husband's favorite dish, and he considers it a special occasion every time I make it. The creamy cheese sauce and the tender potatoes in this classic French dish combine to make a deliciously addictive experience. It's a great side dish with a roast pork loin or beef tenderloin. Add a green salad and French bread, and you have found the magic path to a man's heart. To avoid lumps in your sauce, add the milk just a little at a time as you stir the flour and butter. Experiment with different cheeses for variety.

Provided by CathyM

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 onion, sliced into rings
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a medium casserole dish.
  • Layer 1/2 of the potatoes into bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with the onion slices, and add the remaining potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the flour and salt, and stir constantly with a whisk for one minute. Stir in milk. Cook until mixture has thickened. Stir in cheese all at once, and continue stirring until melted, about 30 to 60 seconds. Pour cheese over the potatoes, and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 683.4 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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One taste of this classic comforting dish and you'll never buy a store-bought box of au gratin potatoes again! The thinly sliced "spuds" cook up tender in no time. Your family will request this many times over.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup seasoned salad croutons, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cream, milk, salt and garlic powder to a boil. Add potatoes; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Coarsely crush 1/4 cup of croutons. Remove potatoes from the heat. Gently stir in the crushed croutons and pepper. , Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining croutons. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 5-6 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY AU GRATIN POTATOES



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This is a very easy way to make creamy, cheesy potatoes. I used a wide baking dish. If using a taller narrower dish make 3 layers. You can vary the cheese. Last night I used a mixture of cheddar and mexican because I had a little of each left.

Provided by Prrs4me

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 medium potatoes, sliced 1/8-inch thick
1 onion, sliced 1/8-inch thick
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk, warmed
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Lightly butter a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Layer 1/2 potatoes and onions. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons flour over mixture. Dot with 1 1/2 tablespoons butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread 1/2 of the cheese over all. Repeat with another layer ending with cheese.
  • Pour warmed milk over all.
  • Bake at 375° for 40 to 60 minutes or until potatoes are tender and sauce is bubbly. If cheese browns too quickly cover with foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.5, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 81.1, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.6, Protein 7

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes. For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of starchy and waxy potatoes. Starchy potatoes, such as russets, will break down and become creamy when cooked, while waxy potatoes, such as fingerlings, will hold their shape and provide a bit of texture.
  • Slice the potatoes thinly. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too mushy.
  • Soak the potatoes in water before cooking. This will help to remove excess starch and prevent the potatoes from sticking together.
  • Use a flavorful cheese. Gruyère, cheddar, and Parmesan are all good choices. You can also use a combination of cheeses.
  • Add some herbs and spices. Garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika are all good choices. You can also use fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still slightly firm in the center.
  • Serve immediately. Au gratin potatoes are best served hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Au gratin potatoes are a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect au gratin potatoes that will impress your family and friends.

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