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Potatoes au Gratin

Creamy Potatoes au Gratin for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Copycat Ruth's Chris Potatoes au Gratin offers comforting, creamy goodness, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 4 tbsp Butter Adds richness and helps to grease the dish
  • 1 cup Onion Can substitute with shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic Consider using garlic powder as a substitute if necessary
  • 1 tsp Salt For seasoning the dish; adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is recommended
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Vegetable stock can be used for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitutions include half-and-half for lighter versions
For the Potatoes
  • 5-6 pcs Russet Potatoes Can substitute with Yukon Gold for a buttery flavor
For the Cheese Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mix of Cheddar, Fontina or Provolone, and Parmesan
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Parsley Adds a touch of freshness; alternatives include chives or thyme

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, salt, and black pepper for an additional minute.
  3. Pour chicken stock and heavy cream into the skillet, stir, and add thinly sliced russet potatoes, mixing gently.
  4. Cover the skillet and let the potato mixture simmer over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
  6. Transfer the hot potato mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the potatoes, covering the entire surface.
  8. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Allow to rest for about 5 minutes and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a mandoline for uniform potato slices to ensure even cooking. Allow to rest after baking for improved flavor blending.

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