Creamy Scalloped Potato Bake
Scalloped potatoes originated in France and were traditionally made with cheese and cream. They have since become a popular comfort food dish in many countries.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ingredients
- 1000 gram Potatoes
- 1 medium-sized Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 3 tablespoon Butter
- 3 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 2 cup Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Cook until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.