Scandinavian Potato Casserole
Dive into the creamy, savory goodness of Scandinavian Potato Casserole, a comforting and elegant dish perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Featuring layers of tender Russet potatoes and sweet yellow onions, this casserole is bathed in a luscious cream sauce seasoned with ground white pepper, nutmeg, and a hint of salt. Shredded Gruyère cheese melts into every bite, while a crispy topping of golden breadcrumbs and fresh dill adds the perfect crunch and a fragrant herbal finish. With its rich yet delicate flavors, this Scandinavian classic is simple to prepare and pairs beautifully with roasted meats or a fresh green salad. Ready in just 80 minutes and ideal for six servings, it’s a hearty crowd-pleaser that will elevate any dinner table. Keywords: Scandinavian potato casserole, creamy potato dish, Gruyère, dill, easy casserole recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground white pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Peel the potatoes and slice them uniformly thin, about 1/8 inch thick. A mandoline slicer works well for this. Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux, stirring constantly.
Slowly add the heavy cream and milk to the roux, whisking to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is thickened and smooth.
Stir in the salt, ground white pepper, and ground nutmeg. Remove from heat and set aside.
Layer half of the potato slices evenly in the prepared baking dish, overlapping slightly. Spread half of the sliced onions on top.
Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes and onions. Sprinkle with half of the shredded Gruyère cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onions, cream mixture, and Gruyère cheese.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, chopped dill, and olive oil. Mix well and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional dill if desired. Enjoy your Scandinavian Potato Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.5 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.9 g | 660% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 5993 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.5 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 97.1 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 2165 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 6601 mg | 140% | |
*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.
