Scalloped Potatoes Recipe: Creamy and Comforting
Creamy Scalloped Potatoes with cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or russet potatoes thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar divided
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg optional
- Optional: Parsley thyme
- Suggested Pairings: Roast beef white wine
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F; grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Melt butter, cook onion for 3-4 minutes, add garlic for 1 minute; stir in flour for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in milk and cream; add 1 cup cheddar, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; cook for 4-5 minutes until thick.
- Layer half the potatoes in a dish, add half the sauce; repeat. Top with 1/2 cup cheddar.
- Bake covered for 45 minutes, uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden. Rest for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley; serve with beef and wine.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for even slices.
- Store in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try a gluten-free variation.
- Pair with green beans.