Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this delightful scalloped potatoes recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying, these homemade scalloped potatoes are perfect for any occasion—be it a family dinner, holiday feast, or a cozy night in. With layers of thinly sliced tender potatoes enveloped in a rich cheddar cheese sauce, this dish promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a go-to side dish that pairs wonderfully with meats, poultry, or vegetarian options. Get ready for second helpings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray.
- Thinly slice the potatoes using a mandolin.
- In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for two minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth and milk while whisking until thickened; season with salt and pepper.
- Incorporate cheddar cheese until melted.
- Layer half of the potatoes in the prepared pan; season and cover with half of the cheese sauce.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce; sprinkle fresh thyme on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg