Guilt Free Gratin

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   Position rack in upper third of oven.

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   Preheat to 400F Grease a shallow 2.5 - 3 quart casserole.

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   Pat potatoes dry with paper towels.

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   Arrange 1/2 the potato slices in a single layer over bottom of prepared casserole, overlapping slightly.

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   Season with a little salt, pepper and basil.

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   Sprinkle with 1/2 the chopped onion.

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   Add all the carrot slices, overlapping slightly.

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   Season with a little salt, pepper and basil; sprinkle with remaining onion.

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   Top with remaining potato slices, overlapping slightly.

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    Season with remaining salt, pepper and basil.

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    Add enough broth to come three-quarters of the way up vegetables.

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    Cover casserole with lid or foil and bake until potatoes are almost tender, 30 - 40 minutes.

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    Uncover and bake until potatoes are very tender, about 25 minutes more.

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    (I personally prefer to let the potatoes get a little golden and crunchy around the edges.)

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    Serve hot.

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    To make a vegetarian meal, add some baked tofu and a salad.

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    Or serve with your favorite meat.

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    Excellent with beef.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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