Here’s a classic, creamy scalloped potatoes recipe — tender potatoes baked in a cheesy, velvety sauce.
🥔 Classic Scalloped Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (about 4–5 medium) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon paprika for topping
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Make the Cheese Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in milk.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens (~5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup cheese until melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3️⃣ Layer Potatoes
- Arrange half the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
- Pour half the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
4️⃣ Bake
- Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered 25–30 more minutes, until potatoes are tender and top is golden.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add sautéed onions or garlic between layers.
- Substitute half-and-half or cream for a richer sauce.
- Sprinkle paprika or Parmesan on top for a golden crust.
If you want, I can also give a faster, one-skillet stovetop version that’s creamy and requires less baking. Do you want that version?
