Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of these creamy Scalloped Potatoes. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a cheesy sauce and baked to golden perfection, this classic side dish is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
Cheese 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
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme. Stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange half of the potatoes in the dish, pour half of the cheese sauce, then repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 25–30 minutes until golden and tender. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, use all heavy cream.
- Enhance with sautéed onions or cooked ham for variation.
- Use a mandoline slicer for uniform potato slices.
