Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of these Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, a classic side dish perfect for any occasion. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a rich cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Additional:
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté onion and garlic, whisk in flour, milk, and cream. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and nutmeg. Stir in cheddar and Gruyère until melted.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over them. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
- Bake: Top with remaining cheeses, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Garnish: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Slice potatoes thinly and uniformly for even cooking.
- Yukon gold potatoes can be used for a creamier texture.
- Dish can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
