Description
Creamy, cheesy, and layered with thinly sliced potatoes, this scalloped potatoes dish is the perfect comforting side. It’s made with a rich garlic cream sauce and a golden baked cheese topping—ideal for holidays or weeknight meals alike.
Ingredients
2 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh thyme or chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
2. Slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds using a mandoline or sharp knife.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
4. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking constantly until thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
5. Layer half the sliced potatoes in the dish. Pour half the sauce over and sprinkle with half the cheddar and Parmesan.
6. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheeses.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 25–30 minutes until golden and fork-tender.
8. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a mandoline for even slices to ensure uniform cooking.
Let the dish rest before serving for easier slicing and better flavor.
Feel free to add other cheeses like Gruyère or Fontina for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dish
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: scalloped potatoes, cheesy potatoes, potato side dish