Best Scalloped Potatoes 🥔🧀
A creamy, cheesy, and golden-baked potato dish that’s perfect for any occasion! These scalloped potatoes are rich, flavorful, and have the perfect balance of tender potatoes and a cheesy crust.
🌟 Ingredients:
✅ 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced 🥔
✅ 2 cups heavy cream 🥛
✅ 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or gruyère) 🧀
✅ 1 onion, sliced 🧅
✅ 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
✅ Salt & pepper, to taste 🧂
✅ 2 tbsp butter 🧈
✅ 1 tbsp fresh thyme (optional) 🌿
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
2️⃣ Sauté onion & garlic: In a pan, melt butter over medium heat, then sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
3️⃣ Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, add salt, pepper, and thyme, then stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted.
4️⃣ Assemble the layers:
- Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.
- Repeat the layers.
5️⃣ Top with cheese & bake: Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and cover with foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes (covered).
- Uncover and bake for 15 more minutes until golden and bubbly.
6️⃣ Rest & Serve: Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy! 😍
📊 Nutritional Info (Per Serving, Approximate):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Protein: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
🌿 Tips & Variations:
✔ Extra creamy? Add ½ cup of Parmesan to the sauce. 🧀
✔ Spicy kick? Sprinkle some paprika or cayenne pepper. 🌶️
✔ More flavor? Add crispy bacon bits on top before baking! 🥓
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes! Assemble, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Q: What’s the best cheese to use?
A: Cheddar, gruyère, or a mix of both for the best flavor and melt.
Q: Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
A: Yes, but the sauce will be thinner—try adding 1 tbsp flour for thickness.
Would you like a dairy-free or low-carb version? 😊