Creamy Scalloped Potatoes – Cheesy, Rich & Perfect Comfort Side
These creamy scalloped potatoes are tender, cheesy, and baked in a rich, velvety sauce with golden edges. This is one of the best classic potato side dishes—perfect for holidays, family dinners, or anytime you want pure comfort food.Cheesy potato recipe
Thinly sliced potatoes soak up a creamy garlic sauce and bake until soft inside with a perfectly golden, slightly crispy top.
If you love easy baked potato recipes, this one is a must-have.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: ~430 per serving
Ingredients
2 lbs potatoes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Gruyère)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
1 teaspoon dried thyme or chives
Fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish.Scalloped potatoes kit
2. Make the Cream Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Stir in flour and cook for another minute.
Slowly whisk in:
milk
heavy cream
Add salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
Simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Layer the Potatoes
Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
Pour half of the sauce over them.
Add remaining potatoes and top with the rest of the sauce.
4. Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
6. Rest & Serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh herbs.Potato peeler
Pro Tips (What Makes This 10/10)
Slice potatoes evenly → ensures even cooking
Don’t skip resting time → sauce thickens perfectly
Use a mix of cheeses → deeper flavor
Bake covered first → prevents drying out
Best Variations
Add bacon bits for extra flavor
Use Gruyère for a more classic taste
Add caramelized onions for depth
Serving Suggestions
Roast chicken
Steak or beef dishes
Holiday meals
Simple green salad
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate, then bake when ready.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, but best texture is fresh.
How do I store leftovers?
Keep in fridge up to 3 days, reheat in oven.