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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
5 potatoes
2 cups 2% milk
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
bacon bits
1 onion
dried thyme
garlic powder
cayenne pepper
kosher salt
black pepper

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

Slice 5 potatoes and place them in water to prevent browning.

3

Butter a baking dish.

4

In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.

5

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

6

Add 1/4 cup flour to the onions and stir continuously to make a roux, cooking for a few minutes until pasty.

7

Slowly whisk in 2 cups of 2% milk, adding a little at a time to avoid lumps, and continue stirring until thickened, about 5 minutes.

8

Season the sauce with dried thyme, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and black pepper.

9

Layer the first layer of sliced potatoes in the buttered baking dish, sprinkling with salt, pepper, and bacon bits.

10

Pour some of the roux over the first layer of potatoes.

11

Continue layering potatoes, seasoning with salt, pepper, bacon bits, and pouring roux over each layer until all ingredients are used.

12

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

13

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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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Potatoes au GratinGratin Dauphinois

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