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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy Scalloped Potatoes: Your New Favorite Comfort Side

Discover the rich, garlic-infused flavor of Creamy Scalloped Potatoes, a comforting side dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling 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 Scalloped Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For thickening the sauce
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup Additional Parmesan Cheese For crispy finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Pot
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the Yukon gold potatoes to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  3. In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of heavy cream and cook for around 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  7. Gently fold the sliced potatoes into the creamy sauce until well-coated.
  8. Layer the coated potato slices in the prepared baking dish and pour any remaining sauce over.
  9. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese on top for a crispy finish.
  10. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  11. Allow the dish to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make-ahead option: Assemble and refrigerate a day prior, bake just before serving for convenience.

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