Description
This Scalloped Potatoes recipe features thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes baked in a rich and creamy mixture of heavy cream, whole milk, and cheddar jack cheese, along with aromatic garlic and onions. Perfect as a comforting side dish, these scalloped potatoes are tender, cheesy, and full of savory flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes (peeled)
- 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Dairy
- 3 cups shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the scalloped potatoes.
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick, to allow even cooking and cream absorption.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a medium pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. This step enhances the flavor base of the dish.
- Mix Cream Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the seasoning evenly throughout the creamy mixture.
- Layer Potatoes: In a greased baking dish, arrange a layer of sliced potatoes spreading evenly. Sprinkle a portion of the sautéed onions and garlic over the potatoes, then sprinkle shredded cheddar jack cheese. Repeat layering the potatoes, onions, garlic, and cheese until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Pour Cream Mixture: Carefully pour the combined cream and milk mixture over the layered potatoes, allowing it to seep through the layers to create a rich sauce.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, allow the scalloped potatoes to rest for 10 minutes before serving. This helps the sauce thicken slightly and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Thin slicing the potatoes ensures even cooking and a creamy texture.
- Using Yukon Gold potatoes provides a buttery flavor and holds shape well during baking.
- Sautéing onions and garlic beforehand enhances the flavor complexity.
- Covering the dish initially prevents the top from browning too quickly, allowing the potatoes to cook through evenly.
- Let the dish rest after baking for better slicing and serving consistency.
