Elegant Potatoes Au Gratin

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This make ahead comes from a byerly's cookbook. refrigerate overnight and pop in the oven in time for dinner. i like to boil the red potatoes 2 days ahead, to eliminate the mushy factor. and notice how it bakes at 350 degrees instead of a higher temperature.

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Steps

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Boil potatoes in jackets , cool in refrigerator.

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Peel and shred using medium grater.

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Shred cheese with same grater.

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Butter 2 quart casserole.

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Alternate layers of potatoes and cheese in casserole.

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Sprinkle with salt.

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Pour cream over potato cheese layers.

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Combine crumbs and butter.

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Sprinkle over top.

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Refrigerate , covered.

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Bake , uncovered , in a 350 degree oven until heated through , 55-65 minutes.

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Ingredients

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red potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, salt, whipping cream, soft breadcrumbs, butter