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Scalloped Potatoes

Cultural Context

Scalloped potatoes, a classic American comfort food, originated in the 19th century and became popular for its creamy texture and rich flavor. Often served at family gatherings and holiday meals, this dish showcases the humble potato elevated with cream and cheese. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating different cheeses or adding vegetables, making it a versatile favorite across the globe.

AmericanUSside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 large potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
2 cups cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt

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

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is often more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor, while white potatoes are cost-effective.

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grate your own cheese instead of using pre-grated cheese.

3

Wash and dry the potatoes.

4

Use a mandolin to slice the potatoes into 1/8 inch thick slices.

5

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

6

Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds.

7

Add flour to the garlic and butter mixture, stirring until incorporated.

8

Slowly add milk to the mixture while stirring to avoid lumps, cooking until it thickens.

9

Remove from heat and add grated cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.

10

Season the cheese sauce with a couple of pinches of salt and a dash of nutmeg.

11

Layer a small amount of cheese sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.

12

Layer the sliced potatoes on top of the sauce, then pour more cheese sauce over the potatoes.

13

Repeat layering until all potatoes and sauce are used, finishing with cheese sauce on top.

14

Spray the baking dish with non-stick spray before layering the potatoes.

15

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

16

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishsaucepanwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Potatoes au GratinGratin Dauphinois

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