Description
Scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with bubbly cheddar cheese. This dish is not just a side; it’s a crowd-pleaser that transforms any gathering into a memorable feast. Perfect for holidays or cozy weeknight dinners, scalloped potatoes will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Wash and peel the potatoes; slice them thinly (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish. Pour half of the creamy mixture over them and sprinkle with one cup of cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layering with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg