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Scalloped Potato Recipe With Cream

A creamy, rich, and comforting dish of scalloped potatoes baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large potatoes thinly sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Gruyère work well
  • 2 tablespoons butter for greasing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg optional for flavor

Equipment

  • Oven-safe baking dish
  • Sharp knife or mandoline for slicing
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease your baking dish with butter.
  3. Thinly slice the potatoes using a knife or mandoline.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  5. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the greased dish.
  6. Pour half of the cream mixture over the potatoes, followed by half of the cheese.
  7. Add the remaining potatoes on top, then pour the rest of the cream mixture over them.
  8. Finish with the remaining cheese.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
  11. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This scalloped potato dish shines on its own but pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.