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Simple Au Gratin Potatoes


Published: Friday, March 13, 2026

3 Tbsp. butter

3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

1½ tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. pepper

2 c. 2% milk

1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

5 c. thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium)

½ c. chopped onion

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add potatoes and onion.

Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If desired, top with additional pepper. —8 servings.

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