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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food blending creamy layers of different cheeses and tender potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Use freshly grated for best texture.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a substitute.
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Lighter cream can be used, but alters texture.
For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold) Ideal for creamy finish.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Consider clarified butter for nutty twist.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh helps infuse cream with flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust if using salted cheese.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • saucepan
  • mandoline slicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
  2. Peel your potatoes and slice them into 1/8" thick rounds using a mandoline slicer. Place them in a bowl of cold water.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat.
  4. Layer half of the potato slices in a greased baking dish, pour half of the garlic cream over them, and sprinkle half of the cheddar and parmesan on top. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  5. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25-35 minutes or until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain creaminess, add a splash of cream while reheating. Freshly grated cheese is recommended for better melting.

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