Best 8 Grandmas Scalloped Potatoes Recipes

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In this article, we present a culinary journey through time, seeking the very essence of Grandma's Scalloped Potatoes - a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. Embark on a delightful adventure as we unveil the secrets to achieving that perfect balance between creamy, cheesy goodness and tender, flavorful potatoes. Discover the art of selecting the ideal spuds, the magic of layering them in a symphony of textures, and the tantalizing blend of herbs and spices that make this dish a heartwarming classic. So gather your loved ones around the table, prepare to indulge in a taste of nostalgia, and get ready to experience the timeless goodness of Grandma's Scalloped Potatoes.

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GRANDMA'S SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Categories     Potato     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy

Yield 10 people

Number Of Ingredients 8

4lbs potatoes (prefer Russet)
1 onion (finely diced)
1 garlic clover (optional)
Parmesan, Gruyere and Sharp cheddar
Butter
Flour
Milk
Salt and Pepper

Steps:

  • Butter a long Pyrex dish Option to drag raw garlic across the bottom or mince and mix in with onions First layer: potato, salt and pepper, onion, flour, butter cheese mix Repeat until just below top of dish (no more than 3 layers depending on thickness of potatoes) Bake covered in pre-heated 400 degree oven for 45 minutes Remove, coat with a thin layer of reserved cheese and cook uncovered until brown (30 mins) Let sit for a few minutes then enjoy

SKILLET SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons salted butter
6 to 7 medium Yukon gold potatoes, sliced thin
1 medium onion, sliced thin
3 cloves garlic, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
3 ounces sliced ham
2 cups shredded mild Cheddar
Sour cream, for serving
Sliced green onions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the potatoes, onion and garlic. Stir and cook until the potatoes and onions begin to soften, 6 to 7 minutes. Season with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Add the cream, then bring to a low simmer and cover. Cook until the potatoes are cooked through, another 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, set the oven to broil and move the rack to the center.
  • Remove the lid from the skillet and sprinkle the ham over the top followed by the cheese. Place the skillet under the broiler and watch until the cheese is melted and brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with the sour cream and green onions.

GRANDMA'S CHEESY POTATOES



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My grandma cheesy potatoes accompanied every holiday meal be it beef tenderloin, lobster tail, or lamb. The best!

Provided by Jill Patrice

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (32 ounce) package frozen southern style hash brown potatoes, thawed (cubes)
1 (16 ounce) container nonfat sour cream
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup or 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can chicken soup
cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine first seven ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Spoon into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake for 1 hour or til bubbly.

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

GRANNY'S APPLE SCALLOPED POTATOES



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This scalloped potatoes with apples dish is delicious with breaded baked pork chops, which you could cook at the same time in another cast-iron pan. We are retired and it's just the two of us, but you could easily double the recipe. -Shirley Rickis, The Villages, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sliced sweet onion
4 medium red potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1 pound)
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine apple slices, sugar and lemon juice; toss to coat. Set aside. In an 8- or 9-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat., Alternately arrange potato and apple slices in a single layer in same skillet. Combine 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, cream, thyme, salt and pepper; pour over top., Bake, uncovered, 50 minutes. Top with bacon and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Bake until potatoes are tender and top is lightly browned, 5-10 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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 :

GRANDMA'S CHEESY POTATOES



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My grandmother makes this every year with a brisket for Christmas dinner. This is hands down my favorite potato recipe ever. I leave the skins on the potatoes, but this is optional. Garnish with chopped green onions or Italian parsley, and top with more cheese for a restaurant 'look.' I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.

Provided by tiffany kramer

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 pound medium yellow-flesh potatoes, scrubbed and chopped into 1-inch cubes
1 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and chopped into 1-inch cubes
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
4 tablespoons salted butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a deep 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place yellow and red potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Cook until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a large bowl; mix well. Slowly add potatoes and toss; use a wooden spoon or flat spatula to avoid mashing the potatoes.
  • Pour potatoes into the prepared pan. Dot butter over the top and cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and uncover. Preheat the oven's broiler. Return to the oven and broil until top is browned, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 28.8 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 176.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

HOME STYLE SCALLOPED POTATOES



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Make and share this Home Style Scalloped Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Potato

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup chopped onion
5 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 cups milk
6 cups thinly sliced potatoes

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, sauté onion in butter until tender.
  • Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until blended.
  • Gradually add milk and bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  • Place half of potatoes in a greased 3 quart baking dish.
  • Pour half of sauce over potatoes; repeat layers.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 60 to 70 minutes or until potatoes are tender and top is lightly browned.
  • Serve immediately; makes 8 servings.
  • Source: high school home economics book.

Tips:

  • For a creamy sauce, use a combination of milk and heavy cream. You can also use all milk or all heavy cream, but the sauce will be thinner or richer, respectively.
  • To make the scalloped potatoes ahead of time, assemble the casserole and cover it tightly. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • To make the scalloped potatoes in a slow cooker, layer the ingredients in the slow cooker in the same order as directed in the recipe. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • For a cheesy scalloped potato dish, sprinkle grated cheddar cheese or Parmesan cheese over the top of the casserole before baking.
  • To add a crispy topping, sprinkle bread crumbs or crushed potato chips over the top of the casserole before baking.
  • Serve scalloped potatoes as a side dish with roasted chicken, baked ham, or grilled steak.

Conclusion:

Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect scalloped potatoes every time.

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