Description
Welcome to the Best Homemade Scalloped Potatoes Recipe!
If you’re looking for a classic comfort food recipe that’s rich, cheesy, and ultra-creamy, this scalloped potatoes recipe is exactly what you need! Whether you’re planning a holiday feast, Sunday dinner, or potluck, these cheesy scalloped potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser.
This recipe is made with thinly sliced potatoes, a luscious homemade cream sauce, and layers of gooey melted cheese, all baked to golden perfection. It’s the best side dish for Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step1: Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Step2: Make the Cream Sauce
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden (this removes the raw flour taste).
- Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
- Cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Step3: Layer the Potatoes
- Arrange half of the potato slices in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour half of the cream sauce over the potatoes, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle with half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining potatoes, cream sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
- Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese.
Step4: Bake Until Golden & Bubbly
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Step5: Rest, Garnish & Serve
- Let the scalloped potatoes rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
Use Starchy Potatoes – Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes give the best texture.
Slice Evenly – Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices that cook evenly.
Don’t Skip the Cheese – It creates the signature crispy, golden crust on top.