Best Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), thinly sliced
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped (optional)
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 2 tablespoons butter, for greasing the dish

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Prepare the Potatoes:
   Peel (if desired) and thinly slice the potatoes. You can use a mandoline for uniform thickness.
3. Make the Cream Mixture:
   In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Heat gently over medium heat until warm, but do not boil.
4. Layer the Potatoes:
   Arrange half of the potato slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the onion (if using) and a third of the cheese. Pour half of the cream mixture over the top.
5. Repeat Layers:
   Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onion, cheese, and cream mixture. Finish with the remaining cheese on top.
6. Bake:
   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
7. Cool and Serve:
   Let the scalloped potatoes cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to thicken up a bit.

Tips

• For added flavor, you can mix in some grated Parmesan cheese with the cheddar.
• Feel free to experiment with herbs like rosemary or chives for a different flavor profile.
• This dish can be made a day in advance; just reheat before serving!

Enjoy your delicious scalloped potatoes!