Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of these scalloped potatoes, a comforting and rich side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make cheese sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, whisk in flour, milk, and cream. Add salt, pepper, thyme, and half of cheddar.
- Layer potatoes: Arrange half in dish, pour half of cheese sauce. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
- Bake: Sprinkle with remaining cheeses, cover, and bake. Uncover and bake until golden brown and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a twist, add thinly sliced onions between the potato layers or mix in chopped ham.
- Use a mandoline slicer for even potato slices and quicker prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
