Creamy Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy Scalloped Potatoes are a warm, comforting dish made with layers of tender potatoes, cheese, and onion, perfect for busy weeknights or special family meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced Russet or Yukon Gold are ideal for this dish.
- 1 cup heavy cream For creamier texture, heavy cream is recommended.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Gruyère) You can experiment with different cheese varieties.
- 2 tablespoons butter For greasing the baking dish.
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced Adds flavor and sweetness to the dish.
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
- optional garlic powder, thyme Additional seasonings you can include.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a bowl, combine cream, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
Layering
- Layer half of the potatoes in the dish, followed by half of the onion and half of the cheese.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the layers.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onion, cheese, and cream.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Great as leftovers. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in oven, not microwave, to maintain texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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