Au Gratin Potatoes with Bacon
Au Gratin Potatoes with Bacon are a delicious stick-to-your-ribs classic comfort food side dish. This easy recipe is delicious paired alongside steak and chicken for a filling, hearty meal.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 469kcal
Ingredients
- 3 large russet potatoes * peeled and sliced about 1/4" thick
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 6 cloves garlic * minced
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese * shredded
- 3 slices bacon * cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a medium size baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Whisk together the heavy cream, milk, garlic, flour, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Place half of the potato slices into the bottom of your baking dish.
- Sprinkle on half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon. Top with the remaining potato slices.
- Pour all of the cream mixture all over the tops of the potatoes.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake until the potatoes are tender, about 60 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are tender, remove the foil and add the remaining cheese and bacon.
- Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and just starting to brown.
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Notes
Tips and Techniques for the Best Au Gratin Potatoes with Bacon
- Cut your potato slices as evenly as possible to ensure even cooking.
- Shred the cheddar cheese from a block rather than use pre-shredded bags of cheese for the best melting and texture.
- Store leftover potatoes tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 899IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 282mg | Iron: 2mg