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Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes

A delicious side dish of tender potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon in a creamy sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4-5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 12 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves roasted garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing) Greasing the baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  2. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Add half of the cheddar cheese, half of the bacon, roasted garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Repeat layering with the remaining potatoes, cheese, and bacon.
  5. Pour heavy cream over the layered ingredients.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or rosemary. Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère or mozzarella. For a crunchier topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter before the final bake.