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Delicious scalloped potatoes baked with cheese and cream, a classic comfort food.

Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy and cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes and Cheese
  • 4 large large potatoes, thinly sliced Slice thin for even cooking.
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated Can substitute with Gruyère for a different flavor.
Cream Mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with whole milk or a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1 cup milk Whole milk recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Other
  • 2 tablespoons butter Dotted over the top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  3. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish.
  4. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
  5. In a bowl, mix together the heavy cream, milk, cayenne, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes and cheese.
  7. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, cheese, and cream mixture.
  8. Dot the top with butter.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.