Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes – A Cheesey Potatoes Easy Recipe Favorite
Creamy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy, these au gratin potatoes are the perfect comfort side dish.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded gruyère cheese
- 2 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9x9-inch or similar baking dish.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in both cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the top.
- Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce. Sprinkle fresh thyme over the top if using.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.