potatoes au gratin (sallye)
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This is my take on a classic dish. I find using the Mexican cheese gives it a little creamier, richer flavor than using cheddar only.
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prep time
10 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
Bake
yield
6 to 8
Ingredients
- 8 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 bunch green onions (optional)
- 8 ounces queso fresco cheese, grated
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- - salt & pepper to taste (about 1 tsp each)
- 1/8 cup water
How To Make potatoes au gratin (sallye)
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Step 1ALTERNATES: 1. You can use milk instead of cream 2. You can use all cheddar or cheddar jack instead of 1/2 queso fresco and 1/2 cheddar 3. Leave onions out if preferred
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Step 2Preheat oven to 375º Dice onions including green part & set aside Peel and dice potatoes into 1" cubes Place potatoes in microwave safe bowl with 1/8 cup water, cover with paper towel and heat on full power for 3-4 minutes
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Step 3Pour melted butter into 9" x 13" baking dish and coat inside surfaces with it Remove potatoes from microwave and pour into buttered baking dish Sprinkle flour, salt and pepper over potatoes and mix to coat potatoes evenly
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Step 4Mix cheeses and green onions together and pour over potatoes, spreading evenly so all potatoes are covered (add more cheese if needed) Pour cream over entire mixture
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Step 5Cover with foil tent and place in preheated oven Bake for approximately 35 minutes (until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly) Remove foil and continue to bake for 10 more minutes until cheese top is browned and crusty
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Step 6Best if served immediately.
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Category:
Vegetables
Category:
Potatoes
Category:
Side Casseroles
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Ingredient:
Vegetable
Method:
Bake
Culture:
American
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