Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes (Printable)
Layers of tender potatoes baked with rich cheese sauce, golden and bubbly.
# What You'll Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 3.3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (1/8 inch)
→ Cheese Sauce
02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
05 - 2 cups whole milk
06 - 1 cup heavy cream
07 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
11 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
12 - 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
→ Topping
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
14 - 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
15 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux.
04 - Gradually whisk in the milk and cream. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens, approximately 5 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, nutmeg, then fold in the shredded cheddar and Gruyère until melted and smooth.
06 - Arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the prepared dish, pour half of the cheese sauce over, then layer the remaining potatoes and cover with the rest of the sauce.
07 - Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Gruyère cheeses evenly on top.
08 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
09 - Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until the top is golden and the potatoes are tender when pierced.
10 - Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with chives or parsley if desired.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- This recipe feels like sharing a little secret with a friend—simple ingredients transformed into something irresistibly cozy.
- The balance of sharp cheddar and creamy Gruyère makes it a guaranteed family favorite every time.
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- Slicing potatoes evenly ensures they cook through at the same rate, which saves you from any hidden lumps of crunch.
- Letting the dish rest before serving lets the sauce set just right, making each bite smooth and cozy.
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- Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting and taste.
- A touch of Dijon mustard in the sauce brings out layers of flavor that surprise and delight.