Au Gratin Potatoes for Two

By Rander9576

Au Gratin Potatoes for Two is a wonderful side dish to pair with anything you choose to make at home for an intimate Valentine's Day dinner for two!

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS
• Butter, oil or cooking spray for baking dishes
• 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (approximately 12 ounces), thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 to 1 1/4 cups heavy cream or half-and-half (to cover)
• Salt and white pepper, to taste
• 3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter, oil or spray two small baking dishes with cooking spray.

Place potatoes and garlic in a small saucepan. Add heavy cream or half-and-half and salt and white pepper to taste.

Bring to a simmer and gently cook the potatoes for 4 minutes. Remove potatoes and garlic to a plate with a slotted spoon.

Whisk grated cheese into cream until smooth.

Layer 1/3 of the potatoes into the two individual baking dishes (1/6 into each dish). Drizzle both dishes with 1/3 of the cheese sauce. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with cheese sauce.

Place on a baking sheet, cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.