Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes—a classic side dish that brings family and friends together. This simple yet satisfying recipe features layers of tender Yukon gold potatoes enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and gruyere, topped off with a golden, bubbly finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–7 medium Yukon gold potatoes
- ½ white or yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free substitute)
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup gruyere cheese (or more cheddar)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Layer thinly sliced potatoes and onion in the dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add almond milk while stirring. Simmer until creamy.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until melted.
- Pour sauce over potato layers and cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil, top with gruyere and parmesan, and bake for an additional 30–45 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg