Need a new side dish for dinner? Tired of the same ol’ sides that rotate through the dinner menu? Give these Au Gratin Potatoes a try to change it up some!
Are you tired of the same old side dishes on rotation? Looking for something that will add a burst of excitement to your dinner table?
Well, get ready say goodbye to the mundane, and say hello to a dish that promises luscious, creamy goodness like no other.
Introducing Au Gratin Potatoes – the ultimate comfort food that will transport your taste buds to a realm of sheer deliciousness. Get ready to unlock the secrets of this timeless classic with a twist and discover why it is the perfect combination of creamy and crispy.
Ingredients For Delicious Au Gratin Potatoes:
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons of minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons of butter, salted
- 6-7 medium russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon of parsley
Ingredient amounts and entire recipe directions are in the recipe card below with a print option!
How To Make Homemade Au Gratin Potatoes:
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Preheat oven.
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In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the heavy cream, salt, onion powder, and minced garlic.
Heat until simmering for 5 minutes, allowing the garlic flavor to infuse into the cream. Remove from heat and set aside. -
Rinse the potatoes before using a mandolin slicer to thinly slice potatoes into 1/8-inch thicknesses.
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In a 16-inch cast iron skillet, brown the butter for 4 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from heat.
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Arrange the sliced potatoes in a spiral pattern on top of the browned butter in the cast iron skillet.
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Pour the garlic cream over the sliced potatoes.
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Cover the cast iron pan tightly with tin foil and place it in the preheated oven.
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Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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Remove the skillet from the oven and switch the oven to the broil setting.
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Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the potatoes. Add the parsley as well.
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Return the skillet to the oven and broil for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese becomes crispy and starts bubbling.
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Take the pan out of the oven and serve the potato dish while it’s still warm.
Next time you’re brainstorming for a show-stopping side dish, give Au Gratin Potatoes a chance to shine. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a special gathering, these heavenly potatoes will never disappoint.
What Kind Of Potatoes Do I Use For Au Gratin Potatoes?
I used russet potatoes for this recipe.
What Is The Difference Between Au Gratin Potatoes and Scalloped Potatoes?
The difference between Au Gratin Potatoes and Scalloped Potatoes is that Au Gratin potatoes contain cheese and scalloped potatoes do not.
How Do I Slice Potatoes For Scalloped Potatoes Without a Mandolin?
If you don’t have a mandolin, you can still make this Au Gratin recipe! Just use a knife and carefully slice the potatoes as thin as you can with a sharp knife.
More Potato Recipes:
- Paprika Deviled Egg Potato Salad
- Loaded Mac and Cheese Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- Loaded Baked Potato Chowder
- Loaded Chicken Stuffed Potatoes
More Side Dish Recipes:
- Old Bay Mac and Cheese
- Garlic Spinach Dip Stuffed Mushrooms
- Candied Carrots
- Instant Pot Southern Green Beans
Delicious Au Gratin Potatoes
Crisp Parmesan Au Gratin Potatoes
Need a new side dish for dinner? Tired of the same ol' sides that rotate through the dinner menu? Give these Au Gratin Potatoes a try to change it up some!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons of minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons of butter, salted
- 6-7 medium russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon of parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the heavy cream, salt, onion powder and minced garlic.
Heat until simmering for 5 minutes, allowing the garlic flavor to infuse into the cream. Remove from heat and set aside.
Rinse the potatoes before using a mandolin slicer to thinly slice potatoes into 1/8-inch thicknesses.
In a 16-inch cast iron skillet, brown the butter for 4 minutes until slightly golden. Add the minced onion for the last minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
Arrange the sliced potatoes in a spiral pattern on top of the browned butter in the cast iron skillet.
Pour the garlic cream over the sliced potatoes.
Cover the cast iron pan tightly with tin foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the oven and switch the oven to the broil setting.
Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the potatoes. Add the parsley as well.
Return the skillet to the oven and broil for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese becomes crispy and starts bubbling.
Take the pan out of the oven and serve the potato dish while it's still warm.
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