Rich and creamy potatoes baked in a cheesy, garlicky sauce until golden and bubbly.
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Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Saucepan
- knife or mandoline
- whisk
Ingredients
- 4 cups russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thickened. Add garlic, salt, and pepper, then stir in 1 cup cheese.
- Layer sliced potatoes in the baking dish and pour cheese sauce evenly over them.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes.
- Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Slice potatoes evenly and consider adding onions, bacon, or different cheeses for variation.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 1.5mg