Kathy's Potato Gratin

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch slices (about 4 cups)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 4 yellow onions, sliced (about 5 cups)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, grated (or parmesan or swiss)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
• 1/4 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs (or bread crumbs)
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Recipe

• 1 preheat oven to 400°f spray a shallow 2 qt baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
• 2 in a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil and butter over medium-low heat. add the onions and garlic and cook until onions are soft and beginning to brown, about 15-20 minutes.
• 3 meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. bring to a boil and cook until potato slices are tender, about 10 minutes.
• 4 drain potatoes and spread a thin layer in the baking dish. top with a third amounts of onion, cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. repeat layering twice. pour milk gently over top and sprinkle with panko and then paprika.
• 5 bake 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are lightly browned.