Best 6 Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipes

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Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food dish that can be found on tables across the United States. The dish is made with thinly sliced potatoes that are layered in a casserole dish with a creamy sauce. The potatoes are then baked until they are tender and the sauce is bubbly and golden brown. There are many different variations of scalloped potatoes, but the basic ingredients and cooking method remain the same. Here, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips on how to make the best classic scalloped potatoes that will surely impress your family and friends. So, let's get started and explore the culinary journey of making this timeless dish!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SCALLOPED POTATOES



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The perfect side dish to an elegant or celebratory main course, or the welcome addition to any potluck supper, scalloped potatoes are one of those dishes that seem complicated, but are deceptively simple. You'll need to put in a bit of "peeler time" to get the spuds ready for the oven, but after that it's just a long bake and a short standing period to let the sauce thicken. Then, voila! you're ready to serve.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 cups milk
6 medium peeled or unpeeled potatoes, thinly sliced (6 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 2-quart casserole with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute.
  • Spread potatoes in casserole. Pour sauce over potatoes. Cut remaining 1 tablespoon butter into small pieces; sprinkle over potatoes.
  • Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving (sauce thickens as it stands).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

MOM'S SCALLOPED POTATOES



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This is the way my mother always made her scalloped potatoes. The measurements are taken from other recipes because she always just winged it, but the method is the same. The key is to heat the milk first!

Provided by Jane Boswell-Purdy

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Scalloped Potato Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
½ onion, thinly sliced
9 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
6 tablespoons butter, diced and divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 cups whole milk, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread about 1/3 of the potato slices into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with about 1/3 of the onion slices. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons flour over the potato and onion. Arrange 2 tablespoons butter atop the flour. Season the entire layer with salt and pepper. Repeat layering twice more.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan until warm. Pour enough warm milk over the mixture in the baking dish so the top of the liquid is level with the final layer of potatoes.
  • Bake in preheated oven until potatoes are tender, 45 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 170.7 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SCALLOPED POTATOES



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This scalloped potatoes recipe is a traditional recipe that can be prepped the night before serving. Creamy with a cheesy topping, scalloped potatoes can easily play side dish to almost any main course. Serve scalloped potatoes with your favorite meat and watch your family fall in love.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Serves 14 to 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, and sliced paper thin
3 cups milk
1 clove garlic
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup heavy cream
5 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees with a rack set in the lower third of oven. Combine sliced potatoes and milk in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, and immediately reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until potatoes are just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Place a colander over a large bowl and drain potatoes, reserving milk. You should have 2 cups of thick, starchy milk. If potatoes have absorbed more than 1 cup of milk, add enough milk to bring the reserved milk volume to 2 cups.
  • Rub a 3 1/2-quart oval baking dish with garlic and butter. Arrange sliced potatoes in the baking dish; season with salt and pepper. Dot with remaining butter and pour over reserved cooking milk and cream. Sprinkle cheese over top.
  • Transfer baking dish to oven and bake until cheese becomes deep golden brown and milk has reduced and thickened, 80 to 90 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

ULTIMATE SCALLOPED POTATOES



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My husband found this recipe when I called and informed him we were going to have guests for dinner. This tasty variation on traditional scalloped potatoes is dressed up with garlic, Swiss cheese and Parmesan cheese. -Glenda Malan, Lake Forest, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon butter, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed
6 medium potatoes
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Grease a shallow 13x9-in. baking dish with the butter; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the cream, milk, salt, pepper and garlic. Cook just until bubbles begin to form around sides of pan. Remove from the heat; cool for 10 minutes. , Peel and thinly slice the potatoes; pat dry with paper towels. Layer half the potatoes in prepared baking dish; top with half the cream mixture and half the cheeses. Repeat layers. , Bake, covered, at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until potatoes are tender, 20-25 minutes longer. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield about 4 to 6 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 clove garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 1/4 pounds Yellow Finn potatoes or other waxy-style potato
2 cups half-and-half
1 tablespoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rub the garlic around the inside of an 8 by 8 by 2-inch casserole dish and let it dry. Reserve the remaining garlic. Rub the butter around the inside of the dish. Reserve the remaining butter.
  • Peel and thinly slice the potatoes on a mandoline or vegetable slicer (about 1/8-inch-thick slices).
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the garlic, butter, potatoes, half-and-half, salt, pepper to taste, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring, until the mixture has thickened, about 5 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish. Shake the pan so the potatoes are distributed evenly.
  • Bake the potatoes, basting occasionally, until lightly browned and bubbly, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

OLD-FASHIONED SCALLOPED POTATOES



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This recipe makes a small quantity but still has old-fashioned goodness. These tender potatoes taste great with any main dish, but I especially like them with meat loaf.-Dawn Fagerstrom, Warren, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3-1/2 teaspoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
3/4 cup milk
1 cup sliced peeled potatoes
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 teaspoons of butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Place half of the potatoes in a greased 2-cup baking dish; top with the onion and half of the sauce. Layer with remaining potatoes and sauce. Dot with remaining butter. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 30-40 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes: This will give your scalloped potatoes a more complex flavor and texture. Good options include Yukon Golds, red potatoes, and russet potatoes.
  • Slice the potatoes thinly: This will help them cook evenly. Aim for slices that are about 1/8-inch thick.
  • Layer the potatoes and sauce in a baking dish: Start with a layer of potatoes, then top with a layer of sauce. Repeat this process until you've used up all of the ingredients.
  • Bake the scalloped potatoes until they're tender and bubbly: This will usually take about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Top the scalloped potatoes with cheese (optional): This will give them a golden brown crust and extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make scalloped potatoes that are sure to impress your family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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