Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Looking for a comforting side dish that will impress your family and friends? Dad’s Creamy & Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes are a deliciously cheesy delight that pairs perfectly with any main course. This classic recipe features layers of tender Yukon gold potatoes, sweet onions, and a luscious creamy cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and gruyere. It’s simple to prepare and makes an excellent addition to holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Everyone will rave about this creamy, cheesy dish that brings warmth and joy to the table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–7 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ white or yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup gruyere cheese, grated
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
- Arrange the sliced potatoes and onions in a greased baking dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then gradually add almond milk until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until melted.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the potato layers evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with gruyere and parmesan cheeses, then bake uncovered for another 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg