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Cheesy Gluten Free Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe (easy recipe)

Are you looking for a delicious gluten-free alternative to traditional au gratin potatoes? Look no further! My recipe for Creamiest Cheesy Potatoes au Gratin is sure to be a hit on your holiday table or any special occasion.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, French
Servings 8 servings
Calories 358 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mandoline slicer (for evenly thin slices)
  • Whisk or spatula
  • Plastic wrap or aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons gluten free flour
  • 7 medium potatoes peeled and sliced
  • 2 onions sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  • Peel and slice 7 medium-sized russet potatoes and 2 onions
  • In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat
  • Add 2 tablespoons of gluten-free flour, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper, stir until bubbly
  • Gradually stir in 1 cup of milk, 2 cups of heavy cream, ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Cook and stir until cheese is melted and sauce is thickened.
  • Layer half of the potatoes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Spread half of the onion slices over the potatoes
  • Pour half of the cheese sauce over the onions
  • Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, onions, and cheese sauce
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until potatoes are tender
  • Remove foil and top casserole with extra cheese
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes more, or until cheese is melted and bubbly
  • Serve hot, straight from the oven

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To freeze, wrap the dish tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 9gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 546mgPotassium: 167mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1288IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 263mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword au gratin potatoes, cheese, gluten free au gratin potatoes, parmesan, potatoes, Sharp cheddar cheese
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