Potatoes Divine
Indulge in ultimate comfort food with Potatoes Divine, a show-stopping potato casserole designed to wow your taste buds. This dish layers tender, thinly sliced russet potatoes with a luscious homemade cheese sauce made from creamy cheddar, sour cream, and a hint of garlic, creating a velvety texture that pairs perfectly with the crispy breadcrumb topping. Baked to golden-brown perfection, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, hearty weeknight dinners, or as a decadent side dish. Ready in just an hour, Potatoes Divine combines rich, creamy flavors with a satisfying crunch, and can be elevated with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for six servings, this is a must-try side dish that lives up to its heavenly name!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 cup Chopped green onions (optional)
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch thick). Set the slices aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Drain and pat the potato slices dry with a clean towel. Layer half of the potatoes in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them.
Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Repeat with the remaining potato slices and cheese sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the dish, followed by the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish with chopped green onions if using. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Potatoes Divine!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.3 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.8 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 5181 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.7 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 126.1 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2777 mg | 214% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 7620 mg | 162% | |
*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.
