Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Ina Garten’s Scalloped Potato Recipe (Potatoes Au Gratin). This ultimate comfort food features layers of thinly sliced Russet potatoes bathed in a rich combination of heavy cream and Gruyere cheese, accented with sautéed fennel and onion. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual family dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your home. With its golden crust and velvety texture, each bite offers a comforting experience that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small fennel bulbs
- 1 medium yellow onion (about 3 cups)
- 2 lbs. Russet potatoes
- 2 cups + 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
- 2 ½ cups freshly grated Gruyere cheese
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 9×13 baking dish.
- Slice fennel bulbs and onions thinly. Sauté in olive oil and butter until tender.
- In a bowl, mix sliced potatoes with cream, Gruyere cheese, salt, and pepper. Add sautéed vegetables and combine.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Top with remaining cream and Gruyere.
- Bake uncovered for about 1 hour and 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg