Description
Cheesy garlic scalloped potatoes are a comforting classic that brings warmth and joy to any table. With layers of tender Yukon Gold potatoes enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce infused with fresh garlic, this dish promises indulgence in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, it’s not just a side; it’s the star of the meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced to 1/8-inch
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1.5 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Infuse Cream Sauce: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sauté minced garlic in butter for 1 minute. Whisk in heavy cream, milk, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer 3 minutes.
- Layer Potatoes: Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange one-third of sliced potatoes in overlapping rows.
- Add Sauce & Cheese: Pour cream sauce over potatoes and sprinkle with Gruyère. Repeat for 3 layers, finishing with remaining Gruyère and Parmesan on top.
- Bake, Rest & Serve: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake 25 to 30 minutes until golden and bubbling. Rest 15 minutes, garnish with thyme, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 75mg