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Scalloped Potatoes

An easy classic! These scalloped potatoes are the perfect side dish. Thinly sliced potatoes and onions in a creamy sauce baked to perfection.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
resting time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course anytime, dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • 1 large casserole dish *a medium-large foil pan works well also

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup diced green onions (green part only)
  • 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups milk * I prefer whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken stock * optional If you like a thinner sauce
  • 3 lbs potatoes, washed, peeled and thinly sliced about ⅕" thick I use a mandolin
  • 1 large onion, sliced ⅕" thick

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350℉

For the Sauce:

  • In a saucepan on the stovetop, melt the butter then add the green onions and garlic and cook for a minute.
  • Add the flour and combine, making a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes stirring the entire time.
  • Reduce the heat to low then add the liquids (milk, cream, and broth if using it - you can combine it all together, then add to the roux) whisking to combine. It will become very thick at first, keep adding the liquid until the sauce is smooth. Let the sauce cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.

To Assemble the Scalloped Potatoes:

  • Spray a 9x13" baking dish (or foil pan) with non-stick spray (or butter it).
  • Spoon about ¼ cup of the sauce on the bottom of the pan and spread it around with a spatula.
  • Spread about ⅓ of the sliced potatoes in an even layer on the bottom of the pan, overlapping and making one or two layers of potato, then season the layer with salt and pepper. Layer a few rings of onion on top, then pour about ⅓ of the cream sauce over the potatoes and onions. Repeat the layers two more times ending with the sauce. Cover
  • Bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for a further 30 minutes until the potatoes are cooked and tender (test with a knife inserted). Depending on the thickness of your slices they could take additional time.
  • Once the potatoes are done, turn the oven to broil to brown the top. This will take no more than 3 or 4 minutes so watch them carefully so they do not burn on top.
  • Remove from the oven and let the potatoes sit for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will allow the sauce to set a bit

Notes

This is a perfect side dish for the holidays.  It is simple to make and a real crowd pleaser.  Take them to your next potluck and listen to the raves!
Keyword casserole, potatoes, scalloped potatoes, side dish