What Makes This Recipe Different?
Easy. A super simple air fryer recipe.Delicious. Filled with cheese, potatoes, onions, and a fantastic blend of spices.Vegetarian. A great meat-free side dish to pair with any meal.Gluten Free. An allergy-friendly option your whole family will love.
There are many fancy ways you can use potatoes. I’ve seen them carved into beautiful shapes like flowers and people’s faces, however, you can’t beat the classics. These easy cheesy potatoes are pretty easy to make and always make for a crowd-pleasing dish. Of course, even if you don’t have a crowd, the family will love them and be back for seconds. This delicious side dish is gluten-free, vegetarian, and can be cooked in both the air fryer and the oven. It’s super versatile and goes with so many main courses. It’s creamy and cheesy and oh so delicious.
What Does Potatoes Au Gratin Mean?
Typically this refers to a French-style casserole where you’ve created a browned crust on top of a dish. Sometimes this is done with breadcrumbs, sometimes cheese–or if you’re craving some good old-fashioned American topping, I’ve seen this done with crushed, buttered corn flakes. I will not judge, because by golly that cornflake topping is delicious! I debated whether this cheesy potato casserole was au gratin or not since I don’t use a breadcrumb topping for them. But the simplest way to get a browned crust on these–and also a delicious way to do that–is to top with grated cheese for the final 2-3 minutes of cooking.
Why Are They Called Funeral Potatoes?
These deliciously cheesy potatoes are often referred to as Funeral potatoes because they are easy and affordable to make. They’re also the epitome of comfort food. What better thing to feed a crowd that needs a food hug than some cheesy potatoes?
Ingredients For Easy Cheesy Potatoes
Milk- Full fat is ideal to create a rich, creamy flavor and texture.Onion- Roughly chopped to add extra texture to this dish.Garlic- Peel it and slice it as finely as possible. Fresh Thyme- Fresh will give a more intense flavor than dried.Kosher SaltGround Black PepperRusset potato- Peeled and very thinly sliced for consistent cooking.Sweet potato- These should be peeled and sliced to the same thickness as the russet potatoes. Shredded cheese- A mixture of Swiss and Mozzarella is my favorite, but use whatever your preference may be.Grated Parmesan Cheese- Helps to create the crispy, brown layer on top of the cheesy potato casserole.
How Do You Make Air Fryer Potatoes From Scratch?
You won’t believe how easy it can be! Peel and slice some potatoes and layer them in a pan. Top with cheese and you have a tasty dish that is hard to top.
Air Fried Cheesy Potatoes
If you are cooking in the air fryer cover with foil and cook at 350F for 40 minutes
Oven Baked Cheesy Potatoes
If you are cooking in the oven cook uncovered at 350F in the middle of the oven for 55 minutes
To Finish
When the gratin is cooked the potatoes should be able to be pierced easily with a knife.Sprinkle over the remaining cheese, Swiss or Mozzarella first then Parmesan.Either broil on high or place in the air fryer at 400F for 5 minutes.
What Meat Goes Well With Cheesy Potatoes?
Whether you bake or air fry this easy potato side dish, it is perfect to pair with so many main dishes. It works great with fish, steak, chicken, and veggie dishes.
Air Fryer Cornish Game Hen- This recipe features the beautiful flavorings of Thai Gai Yang and will be a recipe you’ll want to make over and over again. Air Fryer Beef Bulgogi Burgers- A fresh spin on a traditional burger recipe.Italian Stuffed Steak Rolls- a fancy dish that is stupid simple to make.Fish en Papillote - a fancy way of saying fish cooked in parchment paper. It’s so easy to make, delicate, flakey fish using this method.Basil Pesto Chicken - This low carb Basil Pesto Chicken recipe is a creamy, delicious and simple dish you can make in your air fryer or oven.
More About This Potato Casserole
Tips and Tricks for Making Scalloped Cheesy Potatoes
For the perfect Au Gratin cheesy potatoes, make sure you slice all of the potatoes the same size. A mandolin slicer makes this easier.Add cheese to the top of the potatoes in the final 2-3 minutes of cooking for a cheesy crust.If you cannot be bothered with layering just place all of the ingredients in a large bowl with the exception of the cheese for topping. Then mix well and pour into the cooking bowl and cook as per instructions.
Looking for More Air Fryer Recipes?
Easy Baked Apples- Several variations to make the most delicious baked apples.Spiced Butternut Squash- Packed full of flavor and done in 15 minutes!Air Fryer Fennel Chicken- Pair chicken and fennel for the perfect flavor combination.
If you’re looking for more delicious potato recipes, check out my Irish Colcannon. It’s a wonderful twist on mashed potatoes. Be sure to check out my air fried baked potatoes and rosemary roasted potatoes too. Finding a quick and easy side dish to pair with your meal doesn’t have to be a chore. If you’ve been looking for the perfect potato side, this is the one for you. A savory, creamy, and cheesy accompaniment to your dinner. I absolutely love side dishes containing potatoes. These cheesy potatoes are only one of my favorites but, they’re always at the top of my list. They’re quick to toss together, and they always come out with the perfect texture and flavor. I guarantee the entire family will be in love with this dish. I know mine was! Originally published July 21, 2019
