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February 14, 2020 Christmas

Easy and Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

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These cheesy scalloped potatoes are to DIE for. They are super easy to throw together and have amazing flavor. via @simplysidedishes89

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are full of bold and delicious flavors that will make your mouth water. It’s a classic recipe that your family will love this no-fail recipe!

Potatoes Scalloped

I love creating and perfecting new recipes and this take on scalloped potatoes was no different.

We often get together with family for dinners and pot-lucks and I’m pretty sure next time we are assigned a side dish- this is the one I’ll volunteer to make.

It really is so easy and believe me when I tell you that the flavors are amazing.

It’s a great, classic home-style comfort food that both kids and adults enjoy.







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If you have never had cheesy scalloped potatoes before- or never heard of it- you are in for a treat! These can replace any old potato dish and it is a great way to kick you meal up a notch or two.

What can I serve with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes?

cheesy scalloped potatoes

As with most side dishes you really can serve anything with it!

I think some sort of protein dish pairs particularly nicely with it though.

Think ham, turkey, meatloaf, roast, salmon or a pork tenderloin.

Here are a few of our favorite recipes:

Substitutions:

Pork Tenderloin Stir Fry

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Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops

Instant Pot Turkey

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Substitutions

Easy scalloped potatoes

I have found that the perfect cheese combination is mozzarella and cheddar but you could swap it for another cheese you have on hand- it just won’t taste the same as my recipe.

Russett potatoes are the classic potato for scalloped potatoes. If you don’t have any than Yukon gold would be a good substitute.

Just as an FYI I don’t recommend using steamable bagged potatoes for this recipe- it would be too mushy and watery.

I haven’t tried it but you could swap the milk for canned milk, coconut milk or heavy cream.

faq

What is the difference between scalloped potatoes and potatoes au gratin? Scalloped potatoes are traditionally in a creamy sauce whereas potatoes au gratin have a crunchy breadcrumb topping

Can I add ham to the potatoes? Sure! You could add ham, bacon bits, peas- anything you think might taste good.

Can you make them ahead of time? Yes. You can either bake it as instructed, let cook and then refrigerate or assemble as instructed and bake the next day.

Are potatoes a grain? Potatoes are vegetables, not a grain.

Do you peel potatoes for scalloped potatoes? Typically no, but you can if you’d like. Just be sure to wash well and slice thin.

Ingredients

  • Two Russett potatoes 
  • Mozzarella and cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup butter 3 tablespoons flour 
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup Mozzarella and cheddar shredded cheese
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Parmesan 

Instructions

Wash potatoes.

sliced russett potaotes

Slice potatoes into thin, 1/4 inch pieces.

Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.

Fan them out in multiple layers across your baking dish until it’s filled.

Add mozzarella and cheddar in between each layer

On the stove, melt butter over medium heat.

Whisk in flour until a paste forms.

Lower heat to medium-low. Slowly pour in the milk and stir constantly until it starts to thicken.

Add in cheese and stir until everything is combined. Add salt, pepper, and paprika.

Pour sauce over the potatoes.

Top with grated Parmesan cheese and paprika.

Bake at 350 for about 50 minutes uncovered, or until potatoes are cooked through.

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Yield: 12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • Two russsett potatoes
  • Mozzarella and cheddar
  • 1/4 cup butter 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup Mozzarella and cheddar
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Parmesan

Instructions

    1. Wash potatoes.
    2. Slice potatoes into thin, 1/4 inch pieces.
    3. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
    4. Fan them out in multiple layers across your baking dish until it’s filled. Add mozzarella and cheddar in between each layer
    5. On the stove, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until a paste forms.
    6. Lower heat to medium-low. Slowly pour in the milk and stir constantly until it starts to thicken.
    7. Add in cheese and stir until everything is combined. Add salt, pepper, and paprika.
    8. Pour sauce over the potatoes. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and paprika.
    9. Bake at 350 for about 50 minutes uncovered, or until potatoes are cooked through.
© Katie Clark
Cuisine: American / Category: Classic






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