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Description
This recipe shows you how to make scalloped potatoes with cheese. It’s a simple and comforting dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, layer half of the potatoes and onions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes and onions in the dish. Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, onions, sauce, and cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce for extra flavor.
- You can use other types of cheese, such as Gruyere or Monterey Jack.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 1 hr 30 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg