Lighter Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

Recipe Collection: Side Dish

Lighter Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes brings a comforting twist to your table with a vegetarian take on the classic American dish. This recipe features reduced-fat cheese and milk, making it a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Perfect for those following a vegetarian diet, this dish is also gluten and dairy-friendly. The creamy, cheesy layers of russet potatoes and onions create a satisfying texture, making it an ideal side for grilled meats or a fresh green salad. Packed with nutrients, this dish is a guilt-free addition to your meal rotation.

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Overview

This Healthier Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes recipe offers a lighter version of the classic dish, using reduced-fat cheese and milk. It's a perfect side dish to complement a low-fat meat entrée, and pairs well with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 120 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Whole russet potatoes, sliced
• 1 Whole onion, sliced
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter
• 0.25 Cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 2 Cups low-fat (1%) milk
• 1.5 Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly butter a 1-quart baking dish.
2. Layer half of the potato slices into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with onion slices, then add the remaining potatoes.
3. Season the layered potatoes with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Mix in the flour and 0.5 teaspoon of salt, stirring constantly with a whisk for one minute.
5. Gradually stir in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens. Add the Cheddar cheese, shredded, and continue stirring until melted, about 30 to 60 seconds.
6. Pour the cheese sauce over the potatoes in the baking dish. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese sauce is bubbling and the potatoes are tender, approximately 1.5 hours.

Enjoy your healthier version of creamy au gratin potatoes!