Description
Indulge in these creamy and cheesy scalloped potatoes that are perfect for any occasion. Layers of tender potatoes smothered in a rich sauce and baked to perfection, this classic side dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Potatoes:
- 4 cups thinly sliced russet potatoes
Cream Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Cheese:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and cream until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutmeg.
- Layer: Place half of the potatoes in the dish, pour half of the sauce, sprinkle half of the cheeses. Repeat the layers.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for 20 more minutes until golden and tender.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add thinly sliced onions between the potato layers.
- You can use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
