Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes are believed to have originated in France, but they have become a popular comfort food dish in many countries, especially in the United States.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 pound Potatoes
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 3 cup Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
6. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce.
7. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves on top.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
10. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 4g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.