Description
Creamy and indulgent, these Scalloped Potatoes are a classic side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes are baked in a rich and flavorful cream sauce until tender and topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Potatoes:
Cream Sauce:
Garnish:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour, whisk in milk and cream, then add garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Layer the potatoes: Arrange half of the potatoes in the dish, pour half of the sauce, and sprinkle half of the cheese. Repeat with remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Rest and garnish: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes.
- Swap in plant-based milk and butter for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
