Fast Easy Yummy Just Potatoes Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Fast Easy Yummy Just Potatoes Casserole—a quick and irresistibly cheesy dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Made with simple pantry staples like russet potatoes, butter, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese, this casserole comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with a creamy, seasoned sauce and topped with melty cheese, creating a rich and satisfying dish with minimal effort. With its perfectly golden, bubbly top and optional parsley garnish, this casserole is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether served as a hearty side or the star of the meal, it’s sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized casserole dish with a small amount of butter or cooking spray.
Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. This ensures even cooking.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Once melted, stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat for 2-3 minutes until warm but not boiling. Set aside.
Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared casserole dish, slightly overlapping the slices.
Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes, making sure to evenly coat them. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Layer the remaining potato slices, followed by the rest of the cream mixture. Finish with the remaining shredded cheese evenly spread on top.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or a comforting main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.4 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.7 g | 488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 3627 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.6 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1009 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 6764 mg | 144% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
