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Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

320kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 1 hour
Total 1 hour 15 minutes
A simple and comforting side dish of layered potatoes, cream, garlic, and lots of cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection.
Servings 6 servings
Course Comfort Food, Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced Use russet or Yukon Gold potatoes.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Pre-shredded cheese can save time.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a rich texture.
  • 1 cup milk Can substitute low-fat milk.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper Salt lightly at first, adjust as desired.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For dotting on top before baking.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional for extra flavor.
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Optional.

Method

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour half of this mixture over the potatoes.
  4. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over the cream mixture.
  5. Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan.
  6. Dot the top with butter.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories320kcalCarbohydrates36gProtein12gFat16gSaturated Fat9gSodium450mgFiber3gSugar2g

Notes

Cool the dish to room temperature before storing. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, warm in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes.

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