Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, a comforting side dish that is sure to impress at any gathering. This delightful recipe layers tender russet potatoes with a rich cheese sauce, creating a warm and satisfying addition to your meal. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights at home, these cheesy potatoes are versatile enough to complement chicken, beef, or turkey. Easy to prepare and customizable with various cheeses and herbs, this dish will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 russet potatoes (peeled and sliced)
- 1 yellow onion (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly spray an 8×8-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer sliced potatoes and onion rings in the baking dish, staggering them for even distribution.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then whisk in flour and salt. Gradually stir in milk and cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheese until smooth.
- Pour cheese sauce over the potato mixture and cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 85-90 minutes until potatoes are tender; uncover and broil until golden brown.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg