Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes with Bacon
Posted May 16, 2023 by: Admin
If you’re in search of a side dish that’s both comforting and indulgent, look no further than this Bacon Cheese Potato Au Gratin recipe. It’s a classic dish that’s been elevated to a whole new level of decadence.
Scalloped potatoes are a beloved side dish for good reason. The thinly sliced baby potatoes, smothered in a creamy, golden sauce, are a dreamy addition to any meal. And with this recipe, you have two options for making them: a slow cooker method or an Instant Pot version.
But why stop at just potatoes and cream? Adding ham to scalloped potatoes is a well-known way to turn it into a heartier main course. So, why not switch it up and try adding crispy bacon instead? The bacon’s salty and smoky flavor will add a new depth of taste to the dish, while also giving it a bit of crunch.
Recipe Notes:
- If you want the gratin potatoes to be more golden, turn on the broiler in the oven for a couple of minutes at the end of the cooking time. Watch them carefully so they don’t get too dark.
- You can change the cheeses in this recipe if you like, a mild cheddar, mozzarella, gouda or fontina all work well in place of the gruyere.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted for 2 teaspoons of dried thyme.
- These potatoes will keep covered for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. To reheat them, cover them with foil and bake at 325F for about 25 minutes, until heated through.
Gratin Potatoes with Cheese and Bacon
- Preheat oven to 350F. Grease an 8 × 8-inch baking dish. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the onions, garlic, and thyme and cook for about 3 minutes, until the onions are tender. Set aside.
- Place 1/3 of the potato wedges in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Spoon half of the onion mixture evenly over the top of the potato layer.
- Sprinkle half of the bacon evenly over the onion mixture.
- Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyere cheese over the bacon layer.
- Repeat these layers.
- Arrange the remaining 1/3 of the potatoes evenly on top.
- Pour the cream on top. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Uncover and place brie slices on top of potatoes. Cook for a further 30-35 minutes, until the brie has melted and the potatoes are tender.
- Serve sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
cheesy scalloped potatoes
This Bacon Cheese Potato Au Gratin recipe is a cozy classic side dish, dressed to be more decadent.
- Preparation time: fifteen minutes
- Time to cook: 1 hour 30 minutes
- It serves:6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 big yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 6 half white potatoes thinly sliced
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 8 slices bacon chopped and cooked crispy
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese grated
- 1 cup thick cream
- 4.5 oz small wheel of brie cheese sliced
- Chopped fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Grease an 8 × 8-inch baking dish. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the onions, garlic, and thyme and cook for about 3 minutes, until the onions are tender. Set aside.
- Place 1/3 of the potato wedges in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Spoon half of the onion mixture evenly over the top of the potato layer.
- Sprinkle half of the bacon evenly over the onion mixture.
- Sprinkle half of the grated Gruyere cheese over the bacon layer.
- Repeat these layers.
- Arrange the remaining 1/3 of the potatoes evenly on top.
- Pour the cream on top. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Uncover and place brie slices on top of potatoes. Cook for a further 30-35 minutes, until the brie has melted and the potatoes are tender.
- Serve sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
