Description
Indulge in these rich and creamy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes that make for the perfect side dish for any occasion. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a decadent cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Remaining Ingredients:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, cook onion until soft, add garlic, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and cream. Season and stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese until melted.
- Layer the potatoes: Arrange half of the potatoes in the dish, top with half of the cheese sauce. Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let sit before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, mix cheddar and Gruyère cheese.
- Slice potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
