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Potatoes Au Gratin

cozy, cheesy, deliciousness
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Side Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ pounds red potatoes or russet
  • 1 onion
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup gruyere cheese shredded
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Wash potatoes and slice into ⅛" thin slices. Slice onion as thin as possible.
  • Layer potatoes and onions in little stacks. Place stacks upright in a greased casserole 2.5qt to 3qt dish.
  • Melt butter & flour in a saucepan and cook 2-3 minutes. Add seasonings and milk. Whisk over medium heat until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted.
  • Spoon cheese sauce over potatoes. Cover with foil (sprayed with cooking spray) and bake 60 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake an additional 20-30 minutes or until lightly browned and potatoes are cooked. Cool 15 minutes before serving.