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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes is a creamy, comforting baked casserole featuring layers of thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a rich cheese sauce made with mozzarella, cheddar, cream, and milk. Seasoned with onion and garlic powders, this dish achieves the perfect balance of cheesy indulgence and tender potato texture, garnished with fresh parsley or dill for a fresh finish. Ideal as a hearty side or a satisfying vegetarian main dish.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 kg potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • ¾ cup cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Parsley or dill, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter a baking dish to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  2. Slice and layer potatoes: Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly and evenly. Layer the slices carefully in the buttered baking dish to create an even base.
  3. Make the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring consistently until the mixture is smooth and cooked through to form a roux. Gradually add the milk and cream while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add cheeses to sauce: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the mozzarella and cheddar cheese until fully melted, creating a creamy cheese sauce.
  5. Bake first layer: Pour half of the cheese sauce evenly over the layered potatoes. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to start cooking the potatoes gently.
  6. Add remaining sauce and finish baking: Remove the foil and pour the remaining cheese sauce over the potatoes. Bake uncovered for an additional 60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Garnish and serve: Once baked, let the dish cool slightly, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill. Serve hot or warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Slice the potatoes thinly and uniformly to ensure even cooking and prevent uneven texture.
  • Soaking potato slices in cold water for 15 minutes before layering can help remove excess starch and prevent them from sticking together.
  • For a richer or more complex flavor, try substituting or mixing in cheeses like gruyere or fontina.

Find it online: https://emilysplate.com/cheesy-scalloped-potatoes-recipe/