Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your classic au gratin potatoes with this decadent twist! Crispy bacon and nutty Swiss cheese create a flavor explosion in this creamy, comforting dish. Perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight treat. Leaving the potato skins on is optional for added texture. This recipe is easier than it looks!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 529.9 kcal
Protein 41g
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Ingredients for Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes

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How to Make Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Peel and thinly slice 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes (or leave skins on).
  4. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with 2 tablespoons of bacon grease, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Layer half of the potatoes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese, 1/4 cup grated Swiss cheese, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
  7. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes in the baking dish.
  8. Top with remaining potatoes and the rest of the cream mixture.
  9. Crumble cooked bacon over the top.
  10. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
  11. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

89g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes?

Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes?

Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes has approximately 529.9 calories per serving, with about 41 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Bacon And Swiss Au Gratin Potatoes are Bacon, Potatoes, Butter, Sweet Onion, All Purpose Flour, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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