Description
This Weeknight Scalloped Potatoes recipe offers a quick and creamy take on classic scalloped potatoes, delivering tender, cheesy layers without the traditional long bake. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal comforting side dish for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425℉ (220℃) to prepare for baking the scalloped potatoes.
- Prepare potatoes: Peel and thinly slice 2 pounds of Russet potatoes into about 1/8-inch thick slices using a mandoline, sharp knife, or food processor. Set the slices aside.
- Make garlic cream sauce: Melt 2 tablespoons salted butter in a 2 to 3-quart dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Stir the mixture to combine well.
- Cook potatoes in sauce: Add the sliced potatoes to the dutch oven, submerging them in the liquid mixture. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for 10 minutes until the potatoes become fork tender.
- Prepare for baking: Either keep the potatoes in the dutch oven or transfer them to a lightly greased 8×8-inch pan or a 1 1/2 to 2-quart casserole dish. Evenly sprinkle 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the potatoes.
- Bake: Place the dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, until the cream mixture is bubbling and the top has turned golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Let the scalloped potatoes cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for evenly thin potato slices to ensure uniform cooking.
- Russet potatoes are preferred for their starchy texture which yields creamy results.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Letting the dish rest after baking improves slicing and serving.
- You can add other cheeses like Gruyere or cheddar for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
