Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped Potatoes are tender, thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce, making for a comforting and classic side dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden, whisking constantly.
- Slowly add milk, whisking continuously, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the prepared dish.
- Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
- Repeat layering with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter before the final 20 minutes of baking.
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