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How To Make Easy SCALLOPED POTATOES

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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Cultural Context

Creamy scalloped potatoes are a classic American side dish, often served during holiday meals and family gatherings. The dish features thinly sliced potatoes layered with cream and cheese, creating a rich and comforting flavor. Its origins can be traced back to French cuisine, where similar gratin dishes are popular, but it has evolved into a staple in American cooking, particularly in the Midwest.

AmericanUSside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs golden potatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories, while milk is more budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese offers a healthier option, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

1

Cut golden potatoes using a mandolin into thin slices, about an eighth of an inch thick.

2

Coat the bottom of a baking dish with heavy cream.

3

Sprinkle a tiny bit of salt at the bottom of the dish.

4

Layer the sliced potatoes evenly over the cream.

5

Add a layer of sharp cheddar cheese on top of the potatoes.

6

Drizzle more heavy cream over the cheese and potatoes, ensuring they are not swimming in cream.

7

Continue layering with potatoes, salt, cheese, and cream until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.

8

Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any overflow.

9

Preheat oven to 350°F.

10

Bake for about 1 hour, checking for a bubbly center and tenderness with a fork.

Cooking Techniques

layeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishknifecutting boardaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Scalloped PotatoesPotatoes au Gratin

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