Description

Ultra-creamy, golden, and bubbling with cheesy goodness — these scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish. Layers of tender Yukon Golds, rich cream, and two cheeses make this a must-have at every gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (thinly sliced, about ⅛ inch thick)
3 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese (or Gruyère for a nutty twist)
4 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper (to season every layer)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a saucepan, warm the cream with garlic and paprika until just simmering. Remove from heat.
Layer half the potato slices in the baking dish. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle half the cheddar.
Repeat with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, and cheddar. Top with Parmesan.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Let rest 10 minutes before serving for clean slices.

Notes

Pro Tip: Thinly slice potatoes (⅛ inch thick) using a mandoline for even cooking. Uneven slices = mushy middles and crunchy edges. For added flavor, infuse cream with fresh thyme or a pinch of nutmeg.

Prep Time: PT20M
Cook Time: PT1H
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: scalloped potatoes, cheesy potatoes, gratin, creamy potato bake