Asiago, Potato, and Bacon Gratin
(from lisag’s recipe box)
Source: Cooking Light (from RecipeThing user saymyname)
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Casserole, Cooking Light, Potatoes, Side Dish
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs peeled yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups 1% low-fat milk, divided
- 3/4 cup grated asiago cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
Directions
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Put potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water; bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until almost tender; drain.
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Sprinkle potatoes evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside and keep warm.
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Heat a saucepan coated with non-stick cooking spray over medium heat.
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Add in the shallots; stir/saute for 2 minutes or until tender.
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Sprinkle flour over shallots.
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Gradually add 1/2 cup milk and stir with a whisk until well blended.
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Gradually add 1 1/2 cups milk and stir with a whisk.
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Cook over medium heat for about 9 minutes,stirring frequently until thick.
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Take pan from heat source and add in 3/4 teaspoon salt, Asiago cheese, chives, pepper, and bacon; stir to combine.
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Place half the potatoes in an 8-inch square baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
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Pour half the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
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Top with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
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Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
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Bake in a 350° oven for about 35 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.