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platter of au gratin potato casserole
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5 from 3 votes

Potatoes Au Gratin

Potatoes Au Gratin is a really simple side dish to make on the grill or bake in the oven. Layers of thin sliced potatoes with butter, herbs and spices and cheese.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: au gratin potatoes, grilled potato casserole, scalloped potatoes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 307kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds russet potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

  • Peel potatoes and place whole potatoes in a large pan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, cooking about 8 minutes.
  • Drain and cool slightly.
  • Slice potatoes into thin slices using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
  • Place potato slices in a large bowl and cover with cold water, set aside for 5 minutes, drain and repeat for another 5 minutes. This process removes some of the starch and will help the potatoes maintain the slices while cooking and not turning to mush.
  • Drain potatoes well.
  • Layer potato slices in an even layer, slightly overlapping in a round casserole dish, baking pan or cast iron skillet that has been buttered.
  • In a small bowl, combine the garlic, thyme, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle half of the spices over the potatoes. Top with half of cheese.
  • Add another layer of potatoes and sprinkle with remaining spices.
  • Melt butter and drizzle over the potatoes. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Place on a hot grill over indirect fire, cooking with the grill lid closed for about 45 minutes.
  • Remove foil and check potatoes for doneness, cooking until potatoes are tender, keeping covered until potatoes are done.
  • When potatoes are done, remove from grill. Uncover and rest about 5 minutes.
  • Invert potatoes onto a serving platter or plate.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs and slice into wedges to serve.

Notes

Oven Directions: Bake potato casserole covered with foil at 375° for 45 minutes to one hour until cooked through.
Store potatoes wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
Reheat potatoes in 350° oven in a foil covered baking dish for 15 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 408mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g