Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Garlic Scalloped Potatoes, an easy and delightful side dish perfect for holidays or any weeknight dinner. This recipe features thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes layered in a velvety garlic-infused cheese sauce, creating a comforting and flavorful experience that will impress your family and friends. With simple preparation steps and the ability to make it ahead of time, this dish is not only delicious but also convenient. Serve it alongside roasted meats or fresh salads for a meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5–3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 medium onion
- 8–10 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Thinly slice cleaned Yukon gold potatoes and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually add milk, chicken broth, thyme, and salt; cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in cheeses until combined.
- Grease a casserole dish and layer potatoes with cheese sauce three times, finishing with sauce on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 35–45 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (190g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg