Goody Girl Potatoes
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with Goody Girl Potatoes—a creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting recipe that’s perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for indulgent flavors. This dish features layers of thinly sliced Russet potatoes bathed in a rich, homemade cheddar and Parmesan cheese sauce, infused with garlic and onion powder for a delightful flavor boost. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, these scalloped potatoes are both creamy and tender, with a satisfying crispness on top. Simple to prepare with pantry-friendly ingredients and ready to serve in just a little over an hour, Goody Girl Potatoes make the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy the comforting aroma of baked cheese with every bite! Perfect search terms include “cheesy scalloped potatoes,” “easy potato side dish,” and “best baked potato casserole.”
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Wash, peel, and thinly slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch-thick rounds. Use a mandoline slicer if available for even slices.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Slowly pour the milk into the roux while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
In the prepared baking dish, arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading it evenly.
Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce, ensuring all the potatoes are evenly coated.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.1 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.4 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 446 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 6051 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.7 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 125.7 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.9 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 2995 mg | 230% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 7135 mg | 152% | |
*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.
