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Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped potatoes are a creamy baked dish made with thinly sliced potatoes layered in a rich sauce perfect as a comforting side for any meal.
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 25 mins
Additional Time
15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 286 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes or red potatoes, *see notes, sliced about ⅛-inch thick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
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To Make the Sauce
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Combine the milk and broth. Gradually add it to the flour mixture, whisking until smooth after each addition. It will be very thick at first; continue adding a little bit of liquid at a time while whisking.
- Once all of the liquid has been added, increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil while whisking. Stir in ½ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper and let the sauce boil for 1 minute.
To Assemble the Potatoes
- Layer ⅓ of the potatoes in the prepared dish, seasoning with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper. Pour ⅓ of the cream sauce over top.
- Repeat the layers, including salt and pepper, ending with sauce. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and potatoes are tender. Broil for 3-4 minutes if desired.
- Allow the potatoes to rest for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Potatoes: Yellow or red potatoes do not need to be peeled. Russets or baking potatoes should be peeled. Russet potatoes may not hold their shape as well as waxy potatoes.
- Cheese: Up to 2 cups of shredded cheese can be added to the sauce or between the layers of potatoes. Remove the sauce from the heat after boiling, and whisk in the cheese. Do not boil the cheese, or it may separate. I recommend a bold cheese such as sharp cheddar or gruyere.
- Sauce: Herbs such as fresh thyme or minced rosemary can be added if desired. The sauce will thicken as the potatoes rest.
- To Make ahead (up to 48 hours)
- Prepare the potatoes as directed in the recipe.
- Bake the dish covered for 50-60 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely on the counter (leave them covered; the steam will help finish cooking). Cover and refrigerate.
- On the day of serving, remove from the fridge at least 30 minutes before baking. Bake uncovered for about 35 to 40 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Calories
286
(14%)
Carbohydrates
39g
(13%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
30mg
(10%)
Sodium
484mg
(20%)
Potassium
1122mg
(32%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
465IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
30.8mg
(34%)
Calcium
179mg
(18%)
Iron
7.7mg
(43%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 484mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 1122mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 465IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 30.8mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 179mg | 18% |
| Iron | 7.7mg | 43% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.