Weekday Scalloped Potatoes
Transform your weeknight dinners with these indulgent yet effortless Weekday Scalloped Potatoes, a comforting side dish that’s creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly golden. Thinly sliced Russet potatoes are layered with a luscious cheddar cheese sauce infused with garlic and onion powders, then topped with a crispy Parmesan crust for the ultimate flavor-packed bite. This recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy evenings, while the oven does the rest of the work. Serve it as a rich side to complement your favorite mains or let it shine as a cozy vegetarian centerpiece. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, these scalloped potatoes bring a gourmet touch to your everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups, shredded Sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 cups, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon (for greasing) Neutral oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with 1 teaspoon of neutral oil and set aside.
Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly (approximately 1/8-inch thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. Rinse the slices in cold water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to eliminate any raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue cooking and whisking until the sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove the sauce from the heat.
Arrange half of the potato slices in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour half the cheese sauce evenly over the potatoes.
Repeat the process with the remaining potato slices and cheese sauce, ensuring the top layer is completely coated.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top for an extra cheesy crust.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a main dish paired with a simple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 175.8 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.5 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 4106 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.2 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 97.8 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2398 mg | 184% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 4756 mg | 101% | |
*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.
