Savory Potato & Onion Gratin

Name: Savory Potato & Onion Gratin
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb (350 g) red “B” size potatoes (about 4); 2 medium onions; 4 oz (125 g) cream cheese, cubed; 2 tbsp (30 mL) flour; 1 tsp (5 mL) dried thyme leaves; 1 cup (250 mL) chicken broth; 1/2 cup (125 mL) milk; 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled; 1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded Swiss cheese; 1 cup (250 mL) seasoned croutons, finely crushed; 2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh snipped parsley

Ingredients

3/4 lb (350 g) red “B” size potatoes (about 4)
2 medium onions
4 oz (125 g) cream cheese, cubed
2 tbsp (30 mL) flour
1 tsp (5 mL) dried thyme leaves
1 cup (250 mL) chicken broth
1/2 cup (125 mL) milk
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup (250 mL) seasoned croutons, finely crushed
2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh snipped parsley

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut each potato into six wedges. Cut each onion into six wedges; cut wedges in half. Place potatoes and onions in Stone Square Baker.
Microwave cream cheese in small microwave-safe bowl on HIGH, uncovered, 15-30 seconds or until softened. Add flour and thyme, whisk until smooth.
Slowly whisk in broth and milk. Pour sauce evenly over potatoes and onions; sprinkle with bacon. Cover baker with aluminum foil; bake 45 minutes.
Remove baker from oven to cooling rack; remove foil and top with cheese and crouton crumbs. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes or until crumbs are golden brown.
Remove baker from oven; let stand 5 minutes. Top with parsley, just before serving.

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrients per serving:

U.S. Nutrients per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g