Description
Creamy, layered cheesy scalloped potatoes deliver pure comfort from first forkful to last bite. Rich cheese and tender potato slices promise a classic side dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 to 1.75 pounds (680 to 794 grams) russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick
- 3 cups (340 grams) shredded cheese:
- 2 cups (227 grams) Cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup (85 grams) Fontina or Provolone cheese
- 0.25 cup (28 grams) Parmesan cheese
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1.25 cups (296 milliliters) heavy cream
- 0.75 cup (177 milliliters) chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter, plus extra for greasing
Seasoning and Garnish:
- 1.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 medium onion, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 425°F (220°C), creating the perfect environment for a golden, bubbling potato casserole.
- In a spacious skillet, melt butter until it shimmers, then add finely chopped onions and sauté until they transform into a soft, translucent delicacy.
- Introduce minced garlic to the skillet, along with a whisper of salt and pepper, allowing the aromatics to dance and release their fragrant essence for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream, creating a luxurious liquid bath for the potato slices, gently stirring to ensure each slice is thoroughly coated.
- Allow the mixture to simmer delicately, covered, over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking and promote even cooking until the potatoes approach tenderness.
- Prepare an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with a gentle butter massage, then lovingly transfer the creamy potato mixture into its new home.
- Generously blanket the potatoes with a harmonious blend of cheeses, creating a promise of golden, melty deliciousness.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, baking for 10-15 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden-brown masterpiece.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest briefly, letting the flavors meld and settle.
- Finish with a delicate sprinkle of fresh parsley, then serve this comforting dish while it’s tantalizingly warm.
Notes
- Slice potatoes uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest and most tender result.
- Rinse potato slices in cold water to remove excess starch, preventing a gummy consistency.
- Pat potato slices completely dry before cooking to ensure better browning and crisp edges.
- Layer cheese gradually for more balanced melting and deeper flavor distribution.
- Lower oven temperature to 375°F for softer, more delicate potato texture if concerned about burning.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for lighter version.
- Use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock for vegetarian adaptation.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for enhanced aromatic complexity.
- Cover with foil during initial baking to prevent cheese from over-browning too quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg