Cheesy au Gratin Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy potatoes with a crunchy breadcrumb topping? Comfort food doesn’t get easier or more delicious than these Cheesy au Gratin Potatoes! Ordinary ingredients become extraordinary when combined in this simple recipe, making it a staple at your next festive get-together, potluck or family dinner.
Ingredient
- 2 lb boiling or baking potatoes (about 6 medium)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (8 oz)
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs (any flavor)
- Paprika, if desired
Direction
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 1 1/2-quart glass baking dish with cooking spray. Scrub potatoes but do not peel. Cut into 1/8-inch slices.
- Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly.
- Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese.
- Spread potatoes in baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over potatoes.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour. Mix remaining cheese and the bread crumbs; sprinkle over potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes longer or until top is brown and bubbly.
