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best scalloped potatoes awesome easter dinner

best scalloped potatoes awesome easter dinner

Impress your family and friends this Easter with creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes. This classic dish features tender layers of potatoes baked in a rich and flavorful sauce, making it the perfect side for your holiday feast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 mandoline or sharp knife
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for greasing the dish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  • In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat. Add garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring until well combined. Warm for about 5 minutes without boiling.
  • Layer half of the sliced Yukon Gold potatoes evenly in the prepared dish. Sprinkle half of the chopped onions on top.
  • Pour half of the warm cream mixture over the first layer of potatoes.
  • Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the cream.
  • Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, onions, cream mixture, and cheddar cheese, finishing with a final layer of cheese on top.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary between the layers.
You can substitute half of the heavy cream with milk for a lighter version, but it may alter the creaminess.
These scalloped potatoes can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving. Just reheat at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes, covered with foil, and then remove the foil for the last 10 minutes.