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Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes for a Perfect Fall Meal

Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes are the perfect side dish to a family meal. Finely sliced potatoes and onions are blanketed in a creamy cheese sauce then baked to perfection for a dish that the whole family will love.  I can never quite seem to make enough Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes and the pan is empty in minutes when it gets to the table!

Easy Ingredients for Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes

Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes have a few ingredients, and one of the great things about this recipe is that you can make them gluten-free!  With so many people looking for gluten-free recipes, it’s nice to find some comfortable favorites that fit the bill.  I use tapioca flour instead of all purpose flour in Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes for a smooth cheese sauce.  You can use a variety of cheeses, but I find the best flavor with an extra sharp cheddar or smoked cheddar.  When I don’t have shredded I slice the block thinly and it works just as well as shredded.  I’ve found that round white potatoes work best and have a creamy texture in the finished Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes.  Plus, they are pretty inexpensive, making this dish even more attractive.

Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes on a Buffet

Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes are an easy dish to make for a buffet or gathering, especially with a slow cooker.  Follow the recipe as above, layering in a buttered crock of your slow cooker.  Turn to low and let cook 6-7 hours, until potatoes are tender.  You’ll have a fantastic pot of Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes that everyone can enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 4 large round potatoes, sliced thin (peeled, if desired)
• 2 onions, sliced thin
• ½ lb ham, diced
• salt
• pepper
• 3 T butter
• 3 T tapioca or all purpose flour
• ½ t salt
• 2 C milk
• 2 C shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Butter a 2 quart casserole dish. Layer the potatoes, onions, and ham, lightly salting and peppering the potatoes of each layer. Set aside.
3. in a medium saucepan, melt 3 T butter over medium heat.
4. When melted, add the tapioca flour and stir until combined. Cook 1 minute.
5. Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly. Allow to come to a slight simmer.
6. Add the cheese slowly in small batches, stirring constantly.
7. When the cheese is completely melted, pour over potatoes and onions in casserole, moving layers slightly to ensure the sauce gets to the bottom of the pan.
8. Cover and bake in heated oven for an hour, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
9. Serve hot.

Whether it’s for your family or a gathering, Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes are a hit.