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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
4 cups sliced potatoes
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup Swiss cheese
1 cup Gruyere cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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

Grease the baking dish with butter using your hands to ensure the sides and bottom are completely covered.

2

Slice potatoes thinly by hand or with a mandolin, being careful not to rush to avoid problems.

3

Layer the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, sprinkling Swiss cheese and parmesan cheese between the layers.

4

Season each layer with a little salt and black pepper.

5

Continue layering with more potatoes and cheese, finishing with a generous layer of Gruyere cheese on top.

6

Pour half-and-half over the layered potatoes until it reaches about 3/4 of the way up the dish.

7

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

8

Bake the scalloped potatoes in the oven until cooked through.

9

Let the dish rest to cool down before serving, ideally refrigerating overnight for better flavor.

10

Reheat individual portions in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes depending on the size of the piece.

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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