Best Ever Scalloped Potatoes: Cheesy, Creamy & Flavorful!
Author:Olivia
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 15 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 kg of potatoes, or enough to fill the dish
1 cup mozzarella, shredded or chopped
¾ cup cheddar, shredded
1 cup of cream
1.5 cups of milk
2 tablespoons of melted butter
2 tablespoons of flour
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Parsley or dill to garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Generously butter a 9×13 inch baking dish. Peel and slice 1 kg of potatoes (or enough to fill the dish) 3mm (1/8-inch) thick, ensuring uniform slices. Pat dry.
In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in 1.5 cups of milk and 1 cup of cream until smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer, whisking occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. Add 1 cup mozzarella and ¾ cup cheddar cheese to the hot sauce, stirring until melted and smooth.
Arrange one-third of the potato slices in the buttered dish. Ladle one-third of the cheese sauce over them. Repeat layers twice, ending with a final layer of potatoes topped with the remaining sauce.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 190°C (375°F) for 60 minutes.
Remove foil, increase oven temperature to 200°C (400°F). Bake uncovered for 30-45 minutes, or until golden brown, bubbly, and potatoes are tender when pierced.
Let the scalloped potatoes rest for 15-20 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or dill.
Notes
This dish is great for any meal.
<li.Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
<li.Reheat in the oven for best results.