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Scalloped Potatoes

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Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this classic comfort food dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 1/4 cup butter Unsalted preferred
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk recommended
  • 1 cup chicken broth Or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Main ingredients
  • 3 pounds white potatoes, sliced about 1/8” thick Yukon Gold recommended for creaminess
  • To taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Lower the heat and gradually add the milk and chicken broth, whisking to avoid lumps until smooth.
  6. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, whisking continuously, and stir in salt and pepper. Allow it to boil for 1 minute.
Assembly and baking
  1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Layer 1/3 of the sliced potatoes in the dish, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour 1/3 of the cream sauce over the potatoes. Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with the cream sauce on top.
  4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. Uncover and bake for an additional 35-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
  6. For a crispy top, broil for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Let the dish rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve as a side dish with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or fish. Add cheese for extra flavor or layer with cooked bacon or ham. Great for storing leftovers properly.
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