potatoes au gratin
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This is a family favorite ever since I found it. My mom demands this be made for her every time she comes to visit. I found the recipe on foodnetwork.com it is courtesy of B. Smith, B. Smith Entertaining and Cooking for Friends, Artisan, 1995.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
1 Hr 30 Min
method
Bake
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, soften
- 1 1/2 pounds idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
- 1/2 cup grated gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (can use kraft if you don't have fresh)
- 1 cup heavy cream (use 1/2 milk and cream)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika (can also use red pepper)
How To Make potatoes au gratin
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Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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Step 2Butter a 1 1/2 quart baking dish with about 1 tablespoon of the softened butter. (I use Pam instead of butter to cut down on the grease in the bottom of the dish.)
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Step 3Arrange a layer of potatoes in the baking dish, and sprinkle some of the cheeses over them.
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Step 4Continue layering potatoes and cheeses until you've used them all, ending with a layer of potatoes.
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Step 5In a small bowl, whisk the cream with the salt & pepper, pour over the potatoes.
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Step 6Dot the remaining butter over the top and sprinkle wtih the paprika.
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Step 7Bake for 1 to 1/4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown on top.
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Step 8Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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