Scalloped potatoes are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. However, one of the most common problems people face when making scalloped potatoes is that the sauce can curdle. This can be a frustrating problem, but there are a few things you can do to prevent it from happening. Follow our tips to master this delightful dish and enjoy perfectly cooked, creamy scalloped potatoes without any curdling.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SCALLOPED POTATOES AND HAM
Short on time? I've included directions to help cut down on baking time. This involves cooking the potato mixture over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes to begin the cooking process. This helps reduce the baking time.
Provided by Cheap Recipe Blog
Categories Main
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F. Peel potatoes. Using a mandoline or food processor, slice the potatoes very thin.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup cream and flour, until there are no lumps. Continue whisking in the remaining cream and milk. Add salt.
- Place potatoes, onions, and cream mixture in a large heavy saucepan. Turn on heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring gently and occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until mixture comes to a simmer.
- Stir in ham. Pour mixture into a large casserole dish. Bake for about 50 minutes, until top begins to brown. Remove from oven and cool for a few minutes before serving.
NEVER-FAIL SCALLOPED POTATOES
Take the chill off any blustery day and make something special to accompany meaty entrees. This is the best scalloped potatoes recipe ever, and my family loves when I serve it. -Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted., Coat an 8-in. square baking dish with cooking spray. Place half of the potatoes in dish; layer with 1/2 cup onion and half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers. , Bake, covered, 50 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MOM'S SCALLOPED POTATOES
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
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
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
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
SCALLOPED POTATOES (CURDLE FREE)
This is my Mom's recipe and I've never even wanted to try another. Turns out perfect every time, and is a must at Easter to accompany ham. Kids would kill me if I didn't make it!! I always add lots of thinly sliced onion (ratio 4 cups potato, 2 cups onion!), but I'll submit the recipe as is. Not quite sure how to post yield!
Provided by keeney
Categories Potato
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 casserole, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a sauce pan, stir in flour, salt and add milk slowly, stirring constantly until sauce boils and thicken.
- Add potatoes and heat, stirring until the mixture boils again.
- Spoon potatoes into a shallow, greased casserole. Sprinkle 1 T diced butter over top.
- Bake at 350 for 35 minutes. (Mine usually takes longer.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.1, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 48.5, Sodium 1908.7, Carbohydrate 52.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 11.2
NO-CURDLE SCALLOPED POTATOES
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a shallow 1 1/2 -quart baking dish.Peel and thinly slice potatoes (you will need about 6 cups). Place half the potatoes in baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the flour and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Dot with 1 1/2 tablespoons butter. If onion is used, place on top of butter. Repeat with remaining potatoes, flour, salt, pepper and butter. Bake for 15 minutes.Remove from oven. Add hot milk and carefully stir. Bake 1 hour longer or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips for Making Scalloped Potatoes Without Curdling
- Use the right cheese: Avoid cheeses that are too sharp or acidic, as these can cause the sauce to curdle. Good options include mild cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan.
- Grate the cheese fresh: Pre-shredded cheese contains additives that can prevent it from melting smoothly. For the best results, grate your own cheese just before using it.
- Use a roux: A roux is a mixture of flour and butter that helps to thicken the sauce and prevent it from curdling. To make a roux, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the roux is golden brown.
- Add the milk and cream slowly: When adding the milk and cream to the roux, do so slowly and whisk constantly. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
- Don't overcook the sauce: Overcooking the sauce can cause it to curdle. Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat and use it immediately.
Conclusion:
With a little care and attention, you can easily make scalloped potatoes without curdling the sauce. By following these tips, you can enjoy this classic dish without any worries.
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