Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Classic creamy scalloped potatoes with tender layers of Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes baked in a velvety sauce and topped with golden cheese.

Prep time

20 minutes

Cook time

70 minutes

Total time

90 minutes

Yield

8 servings

Ingredients

3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, sliced thin

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

3 tbsp butter

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

2 cups whole milk

1 cup vegetable broth

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp thyme

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyère/Gouda)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9x13-inch dish.
2. Melt butter in skillet, whisk in flour for 1 min.
3. Slowly add milk and broth, whisk until thickened.
4. Add garlic, thyme, salt, pepper; cook 2–3 min.
5. Layer half the potatoes in dish, then onion, half the sauce, 1 cup cheese.
6. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with ½ cup cheese.
7. Cover and bake 30 min; uncover and bake 35–40 min until tender.
8. Rest 20 min before serving.

Notes

Use starchy potatoes for the creamiest texture.

Slice uniformly for even cooking.

Add diced ham for a hearty twist.