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A baking dish filled with creamy scalloped potatoes, golden brown and bubbly.

Proven way to grow 5-Star Scalloped Potatoes

This recipe provides a proven method to create delicious 5-star scalloped potatoes, perfect as a side dish for any meal. The potatoes are thinly sliced and baked in a creamy sauce until tender and golden brown.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp butter melted
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk warm
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Optional Topping
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the potatoes by peeling and thinly slicing them to an even thickness.
Make the Sauce
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in flour and cook for one minute to create a roux.
  2. Gradually add warm milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens; season with salt and pepper.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish, then pour half of the sauce over them and sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
  2. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese, then cover the dish with foil.
  3. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 30 minutes until potatoes are tender and golden brown.
  4. Let the scalloped potatoes rest for 10 minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce. Ensure potatoes are sliced evenly for consistent cooking.