Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

This Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe offers a comforting side dish perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 5

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Creamy Base

2 cups Heavy/Whipping Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option.
4 tablespoons Butter unsalted recommended.
2 cloves Garlic freshly minced.
1 cup Cheddar Cheese freshly grated.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated.
to taste Salt adjust based on cheese saltiness.
to taste Pepper freshly cracked preferred.

For the Potatoes

2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch thick rounds.

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish
Box Grater
Mandoline
Saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking dish with butter.
Grate the cheddar and parmesan cheeses; peel and slice the potatoes.
Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper, warming through but do not boil.
Layer half of the potatoes, drizzle half of the cream mixture and sprinkle half of the cheese.
Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes to soften potatoes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 25-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure uniform potato slices and consider placing the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch spills.

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