Description
A creamy and comforting dish of thinly sliced potatoes baked in a rich, cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish. Sprinkle with half the salt, pepper, thyme, and minced garlic.
- Pour half the heavy cream over the potatoes, then sprinkle half the cheeses.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, seasonings, cream, and cheeses.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for even potato slices.
- Substitute milk for a lighter version (but less creamy).
- Add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: scalloped potatoes, creamy potatoes, potato casserole, comfort food, cheesy potatoes