Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes That Steal the Show Every Time

Delicious Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes that are rich, creamy, and a surefire hit at any dinner gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Provides a buttery flavor and creamy texture

For the Cheese Sauce

4 tablespoons Butter Opt for unsalted
4 tablespoons Flour Gluten-free flour works for a gluten-free dish
1 cup Whole Milk Preferred for creamy consistency
1 cup Cream Half-and-half can be used as a lighter option
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Alternatively, use provolone
1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Combining aged and mild enhances flavor complexity

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh chopped onion is a good alternative
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider using fresh minced garlic
to taste Salt Adjust for personal preference
to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground recommended

For Garnish

to taste Parsley or Dill Fresh herbs provide color and freshness

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
medium saucepan
sharp knife or mandolin
Whisk
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Thinly slice the Yukon Gold potatoes to about 1/8-inch thick and arrange them in the baking dish.
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour until smooth and golden.
Gradually add 1 cup of whole milk and 1 cup of cream, whisking until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Season the sauce with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; simmer for about 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella and cheddar until melted and smooth.
Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potato slices, spreading evenly.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil, drizzle remaining cheese sauce on top, and bake uncovered for an additional hour.
Check for doneness with a fork; let sit for 10 minutes before garnishing with parsley or dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider soaking sliced potatoes in cold water for about 30 minutes to remove excess starch before using.

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