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Creamy old fashioned scalloped potatoes in a rich sauce, perfect side dish for meals.

Old-Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes

A comforting side dish of tender sliced potatoes in a creamy sauce, perfect for holidays and family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes Russet potatoes for a traditional texture or Yukon Gold for extra buttery flavor.
Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups heavy cream or whole milk Avoid low-fat options to prevent curdling.
  • 4 tablespoons butter For greasing the baking dish and adding flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Optional for additional warmth and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thinly slice the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
  3. Grease a baking dish with butter.
Assembly
  1. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the greased dish.
  2. Pour half of the cream or milk mixture over the potatoes.
  3. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and cream mixture.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let the dish rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.

Notes

For a cheesier version, consider adding a layer of shredded cheese between the potato layers.