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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy Scalloped Potatoes: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Fix

Creamy Scalloped Potatoes are a comforting dish featuring layers of garlic cream sauce and a cheesy crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Substitute with russet for fluffiness.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be swapped with olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Or milk/half & half; almond milk for dairy-free.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with cheddar or Gruyère.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Use dried thyme in smaller amount if fresh is unavailable.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular salt can work as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional for a milder taste.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • Mandoline
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Creamy Scalloped Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Peel and slice the Yukon gold potatoes thinly (about 1/8 inch thick).
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a pot, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and stir for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of heavy cream and cook for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  7. Fold in the sliced potatoes ensuring each slice is well coated.
  8. Arrange the potato slices in the greased dish, pour remaining sauce on top, and sprinkle extra cheese.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then bake uncovered for another 30 minutes.
  10. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for longer storage up to 2 months.

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