Best 2 Low Fat Scalloped Potatoes Recipes

Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food dish made with thinly sliced potatoes, cream, and cheese. This low-fat version uses low-fat milk, reduced-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt to lighten up the dish without sacrificing flavor. The result is a creamy, cheesy scalloped potato dish that is perfect for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner.

This article includes three different recipes for low-fat scalloped potatoes:

- **Classic Low-Fat Scalloped Potatoes**: This recipe is a basic version of scalloped potatoes made with low-fat milk, reduced-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt. It is a great starting point for those who are new to making scalloped potatoes.
- **Loaded Baked Potato Scalloped Potatoes**: This recipe takes classic scalloped potatoes to the next level with the addition of bacon, cheddar cheese, and sour cream. It is a perfect dish for a party or potluck.
- **Sweet Potato Scalloped Potatoes**: This recipe uses sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a unique twist on the classic dish. It is a healthy and delicious option that is perfect for a fall meal.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this low-fat version of scalloped potatoes.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LOW-FAT SCALLOPED POTATOES

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If you want to lighten up a weekday or holiday meal, this dish sounds like a winner! This recipe uses yukon gold potatoes and gruyere cheese along with a combination of low-fat and whole milk. Recipe from Food Network magazine.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories Low Protein

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more to coat the dish)
kosher salt
3 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-fat milk, at room temperature (1%)
1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
fresh ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup gruyere cheese, grated

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a 3-qt baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add the potatoes and cook until just tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour with a wooden spoon to make a paste. Cook, stirring, until the paste puffs slightly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in both milks and simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in 1/2 teaspoons pepper, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the nutmeg. Pour the sauce over the potatoes and gently toss to coat.
Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the gruyere cheese. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes. Switch the oven to broil the potatoes until browned on top, about 5 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

LOW-FAT SCALLOPED POTATOES

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If you want to lighten up a weekday or holiday meal, this dish is definitely a winner. Recipe is from Food Network Magazine.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories Side Casseroles

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 Tbsp unsalted butter (plus more to coat the dish)
kosher salt
3 lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 c low-fat milk (room temperature)
1 c whole milk, room temperature
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 c gruyere cheese, grated

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lighly butter a 3-qt. baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add the potatoes and cook until tender 8-10 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot.
2. Meanwhile, melt 2 tbsp. butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour with a wooden spoon to make a paste. Cook, stirring, until the paste puffs slightly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in both milks and simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 3 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and whisk in 1/2 tsp. pepper, 1 1/2 tsp. salt and the nutmeg. Pour sauce over the potatoes and gently toss to coat.
4. Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the gruyere cheese. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes. Switch the oven to broil the potatoes until browned on top, about 5 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

To make your scalloped potatoes extra creamy, use a combination of whole milk and heavy cream.
If you don't have fresh thyme, you can use dried thyme. Just use half the amount of dried thyme as you would fresh.
Feel free to add other vegetables to your scalloped potatoes, such as diced carrots, celery, or broccoli.
To make your scalloped potatoes ahead of time, assemble the dish and then cover it with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
When you're ready to bake, let the dish come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Conclusion:

Low-fat scalloped potatoes are a delicious and comforting dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy sauce, tender potatoes, and flavorful cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.