SASSY & SAVORY AU GRATIN POTATOES

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These potatoes are definitely sassy and savory, we literally wanted to lick the plate they were so good. The cheese sauce has plenty of seasoning and even has a little kick to liven up the potatoes. We also love the flavor the fresh onions gives the dish - an extra punch of flavor. These potatoes would be great for a potluck or a...

Provided by Christina Haley

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4-5 large potatoes
1/2 onion; diced
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 c milk
1 1/2 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350.
  • 2. Peel potatoes.
  • 3. Cut in half lengthwise and slice potatoes.
  • 4. Butter baking dish/pan and layer in potatoes. Sprinkle in half of the diced onion.
  • 5. Melt butter in saucepan, sprinkle in the flour and cook on medium heat until bubbly.
  • 6. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic powder. Add milk.
  • 7. Stir until thickened and close to boil.
  • 8. Take off heat and add cheese.
  • 9. Stir until cheese is smooth and melted.
  • 10. Pour half the cheese sauce over first layer of potatoes.
  • 11. Add the remaining potatoes and diced onions to dish.
  • 12. Pour the remaining sauce over the top... spread out over all potato and onion mixture. Sprinkle with a bit of cayenne.
  • 13. Cover with foil and bake 1.5 hours.
  • 14. Pull off foil for last 30 minutes to brown. Let set on counter 5-10 minutes. Serve and enjoy :)

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