Description
Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are the ultimate comfort dish, featuring tender layers of russet potatoes enveloped in a rich and creamy cheese sauce. Baked until golden brown and bubbling, this dish is perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a satisfying weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delicious side that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a glass baking dish.
- Wash and peel the russet potatoes, then slice them thinly (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, pour one-third of the cream mixture over them, and sprinkle with one-third of the cheddar cheese. Repeat twice more.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg