Crispy Potatoes Au Gratin

Easy to put together, and oh so cheesy! If desired, you can stir in 2 cups diced ham along with the cheese mixture.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 4  baking potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick (2-1/2 pounds)
• 2  cups  French-fried onions, divided
• 2  cups half-and-half
• 3⁄4 cup ricotta cheese
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 3⁄4 cup  shredded white cheddar cheese or 3⁄4 cup swiss cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375º.
2. Arrange potatoes and 1 cup French fried onions in greased 13x9 dish.
3. Combine half-and-half, ricotta, salt, garlic powder and pepper; whisk until well combined.
4. Pour over potatoes; stir gently.
5. Bake, uncovered, 50 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
6. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and remaining 1 cup onions.
7. Bake 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and onions are golden.