Description
Cheesy scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, featuring layers of tender russet potatoes enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, they create an irresistible dish that’s ideal for any occasion—be it a holiday feast or a cozy family dinner. With each forkful, you’ll enjoy a delightful combination of flavors that will leave you craving more. This recipe is not only simple but also allows for creativity!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 3 tbsp butter (for greasing)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Thinly slice the russet potatoes (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in the greased dish, pouring some cream mixture over each layer and topping with cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil for the last 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg