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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes is a classic comfort dish featuring thinly sliced potatoes baked in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying main, this recipe yields tender, flavorful layers of potatoes with a luscious cheese crust.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional, for greasing)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the potatoes evenly.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and help with cleanup.
  3. Slice Potatoes: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes about 1/8 inch thick to allow for even cooking and layering.
  4. Layer Potatoes: Arrange a single layer of potato slices at the bottom of the baking dish. Season lightly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs if using. Sprinkle a portion of shredded cheese over the potatoes, then pour a small amount of heavy cream to moisten.
  5. Repeat Layers: Continue layering potatoes, seasoning, cheese, and cream until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
  6. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Rest and Serve: Allow the scalloped potatoes to rest for 10 minutes before serving to thicken up and make slicing easier.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add diced onions or cooked bacon between layers.
  • If cream is unavailable, you can substitute with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and sour cream, though results may be less rich.
  • Use a mandoline slicer for even, thin slices of potatoes.
  • Scalloped potatoes are best served fresh but can be reheated covered in the oven without drying out.
  • This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking, just increase baking time slightly if baking from cold.

Keywords: scalloped potatoes, creamy potatoes, baked potatoes, cheesy potatoes, comfort food, holiday side dish

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