Best 7 Best Scalloped Potato Recipes

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Scalloped potatoes, a classic comfort food dish, showcase tender potato slices bathed in a creamy, flavorful sauce. This hearty and satisfying casserole is perfect for a weeknight dinner, a special occasion, or a potluck. With various recipes to choose from, you'll find a scalloped potato dish that suits your taste and dietary preferences. From the classic recipe with layers of potatoes, cream, and cheese to lighter versions using low-fat milk and vegetables, there's a scalloped potato recipe for everyone. Some recipes add a touch of herbs, spices, or even bacon for extra flavor. Whether you prefer a crispy golden-brown top or a creamy, cheesy center, you'll find a scalloped potato recipe in this article that will become a family favorite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SCALLOPED POTATOES RECIPE



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These are hands-down the best scalloped potatoes you'll ever have. They even beat many of the 5-star restaurants I've tried like Mastro's. They are the perfect side dish for any evening or holiday feast and this recipe uses no heavy whipping cream. This actually makes them taste even better!

Provided by Sondra Barker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs Gold Potatoes (Sliced Thin)
1 tbs salted butter
1/2 cup onions (chopped fine)
4 cloves garlic (chopped fine)
1 cup 2% milk
.5 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (Asiago)
2 tbs flour
4 sprigs thyme
1.5 tsp salt
.5 tsp pepper
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and lightly butter a square pyrex oven pan.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 357 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 1066 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g

THE BEST SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Creamy, cheesy and perfectly indulgent, scalloped potatoes are a classic for good reason. While cooking, the starch from the potatoes thickens the cream into a luscious sauce while the cheesy topping becomes golden and nutty in the oven. Allowing the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving makes it easier to slice.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup shredded Gruyere (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan (about 1 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with unsalted butter.
  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1/8-inch-thick slices using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  • Add the sliced potatoes, heavy cream, whole milk, 2 tablespoons butter, garlic, thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the nutmeg to a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and almost cooked through but still hold their shape, about 5 minutes. (They should not be soft and falling apart.) Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Add the Gruyere and Parmesan, stirring gently to combine. Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake until the top is light golden brown and the potatoes are cooked through and tender, about 45 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

SCALLOPED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: butter, garlic, flour, milk, salt, pepper, yukon potatoes, grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Sides

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 yukon potatoes, peeled
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a small pot, melt the butter and fry the garlic until it's just starting to brown. Add the flour, salt and pepper. whisk until there are no lumps.
  • Slowly drizzle in the milk while constantly whisking to make sure the mixture is smooth.
  • Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
  • Slice the potatoes into about ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick slices, then fan them out in a small baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce on top of the potatoes, then sprinkle with parmesan.
  • Bake for about 1 hour, until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 7 grams

THE BEST CHEESY SCALLOPED POTATOES



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What makes this the best out of all the scalloped potatoes recipes out there? I slice them extra thin and toss them in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Then, to make them the best ever, I sprinkle homemade bread crumbs on top-they get nice and crispy in the oven. Make room for these at all your family get-togethers. -Aria Thornton, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
3 blocks (4 ounces each) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
1 block (4 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, mustard, salt and pepper; cook until onion is tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant. Whisk in flour; continue whisking 3-5 minutes., Whisk in milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened slightly, 8-10 minutes. Gradually stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; stir in Monterey Jack cheese. Add potatoes and toss to coat. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring frequently., Transfer potato mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour. Top with bread crumbs; return to oven until potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Here's a great scalloped potato recipe that's so easy and absolutely delicious. The leftovers are just as good, maybe even better, the next day. This is one of my favorite and most prepared recipes, from my 1971 Florence Junior Welfare League cookbook.

Provided by Vicki G.

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated cheese, to sprinkle on top
paprika

Steps:

  • In a small sauce pan, melt butter and blend in flour.
  • Let sit for a minute.
  • Add all of cold milk, stirring with a whisk.
  • Season with salt and cayenne.
  • Cook sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk.
  • Reduce heat and stir in cheese.
  • Place a half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one quart casserole dish.
  • Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes.
  • Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • Top with some paprika for color.
  • Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.

MOM'S SCALLOPED POTATOES



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This is the way my mother always made her scalloped potatoes. The measurements are taken from other recipes because she always just winged it, but the method is the same. The key is to heat the milk first!

Provided by Jane Boswell-Purdy

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Scalloped Potato Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
½ onion, thinly sliced
9 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
6 tablespoons butter, diced and divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 cups whole milk, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread about 1/3 of the potato slices into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with about 1/3 of the onion slices. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons flour over the potato and onion. Arrange 2 tablespoons butter atop the flour. Season the entire layer with salt and pepper. Repeat layering twice more.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan until warm. Pour enough warm milk over the mixture in the baking dish so the top of the liquid is level with the final layer of potatoes.
  • Bake in preheated oven until potatoes are tender, 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 170.7 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

NEVER-FAIL SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Take the chill off any blustery day and make something special to accompany meaty entrees. This is the best scalloped potatoes recipe ever, and my family loves when I serve it. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1 cup thinly sliced onions, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted., Coat an 8-in. square baking dish with cooking spray. Place half of the potatoes in dish; layer with 1/2 cup onion and half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers. , Bake, covered, 50 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are best for scalloped potatoes because they hold their shape well and have a creamy texture.
  • Slice the potatoes thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a mandoline slicer: This is the easiest way to get evenly sliced potatoes.
  • Layer the potatoes and sauce in a baking dish: Make sure the potatoes are evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Bake the potatoes until they are tender: This will take about 30-40 minutes.
  • Top the potatoes with cheese: This is optional, but it adds a delicious golden crust.
  • Broil the potatoes until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will take about 2-3 minutes.

Conclusion:

Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy and cheesy dish that will warm your heart. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give scalloped potatoes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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