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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Ultimate Creamy Scalloped Potatoes for Cozy Nights

Indulge in these creamy scalloped potatoes that weave warmth and comfort into every meal, making them a must-try side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Thinly sliced
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be swapped with olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced (or garlic powder as a substitute)
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch can offer a gluten-free option
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Half-and-half or almond milk can be used
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; Gruyère or cheddar can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground recommended

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mandoline slicer
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the Yukon gold potatoes, about 1/8-inch thick, and place them in cold water.
  3. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat, then add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes until light golden.
  5. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and cook until slightly thickened and bubbly.
  6. Add grated Parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper, mixing until smooth.
  7. Drain the potato slices and gently toss in the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Arrange the coated potatoes upright in the greased baking dish and pour the remaining sauce on top.
  9. Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
  10. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use a mandoline for even slicing. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly before mixing with potatoes for best results.

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