Crunchy au Gratin Potatoes
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2 large onions (thinly sliced)
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2 Tbsp butter
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1 cup half-and-half cream
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1 cup canned pumpkin
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1 Tbsp prepared horseradish
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½ tsp ground nutmeg
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp pepper
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2 + ¼ lbs. potatoes (peeled and cut into ¼-inch slices)
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2 cups soft bread crumbs
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8 oz. Swiss cheese (shredded)
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2 Tbsp chopped fresh sage
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In a large skillet, cook the onions in butter over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown, stirring frequently.
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In a large bowl, combine the cream, pumpkin, horseradish, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. In a greased 13×9-inch baking pan, layer the potato slices and onions. Spread with pumpkin mixture. Cover and bake at 350°F for 1 + ¼ hours.
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Increase the temperature to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, and sage. Sprinkle the mixture over the top and bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes.