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Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin – The Perfect Cheesy Side Dish!

Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin, with their irresistible combination of creamy potatoes and melted cheese, are a beloved classic that has stood the test of time. It is the perfect potato side dish!

Whether you’re serving a holiday feast, a casual dinner party, or a weeknight family meal, pairing the meal with this dish never fails to impress.

Keep reading to learn how to make this cheesy scalloped potatoes recipe.

Cheesy scalloped potatoes in a white baking dish with two spoons.

If you are looking for a wonderful recipe using potatoes as a side dish, you just cannot go wrong with this one. It is very fast to assemble and the flavors are amazing.

I first started making this recipe when I lived in Australia. It was a family favorite of a very good friend of mine and I’ve tweaked it over the years to make it my own.

These creamy potatoes always end up on my Thanksgiving table, but they go well with all proteins any time of the year.

The difference between scalloped potatoes and potatoes au gratin

Scalloped potatoes and potatoes au gratin are both potato side dishes that are baked in the oven and feature layers of thinly sliced potatoes. However, there are a some differences between the two.

Two potato dishes with words potatoes au gratin, and scalloped potatoes.

Scalloped potatoes are typically made by layering thinly sliced potatoes in a baking dish, then pouring a creamy sauce over the potatoes. The dish is then baked until the potatoes are tender and the sauce is bubbly and golden brown.

The recipe generally does not include cheese as an ingredient.

Potatoes au gratin, on the other hand, are made using a similar method, but with the addition of cheese. As the potatoes are layered in a baking dish, lots cheese is added and the dish is also topped with cheese.

The result is a creamy and cheesy side dish that’s perfect for serving with roasted meats or other main courses.

How to make scalloped potatoes au gratin

Cut a large garlic clove in half and rub it over the bottom and edges of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.

Peel and slice your potatoes the same size so that the casserole will cook evenly. Dice the onions and set them aside.

Layer the dish in this order: potatoes, diced onions, paprika, salt and pepper, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and then Parmesan cheese.

Continue layering in this order, ending with the Parmesan cheese on the top. Add a small amount of the cream over the top and bake for about 40 minutes, until the potatoes are cooked and the cheese is bubbly.

Sprinkle with fresh thyme and serve.

Scalloped potatoes au gratin in a white casserole dish on a blue background.

The dish is rich and creamy and the sauce is the best scalloped potatoes recipe I have ever tried.  I paired it tonight to go with another new recipe of mine for seasoned grilled pork chops.

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More potato recipes to try

Potatoes are one of the most versatile ingredients in the culinary world, and for good reason. From mashed to baked, there are countless ways to prepare and enjoy this beloved spud.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty main course or a flavorful extra, easy potatoes side dishes will delight every time.

Four easy side dishes with potatoes in a collage with words more potato side dishes.

In this list, we’ve rounded up some easy potato side dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your family and friends:

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Yield: 10

Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes au gratin in a white casserole dish on a blue background.

If you are looking for a wonderful recipe for scalloped potatoes, you just cannot go wrong with this one. It is very fast to assembled and the flavors are to die for.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 5 medium potatoes. (I use those that I would normally bake.)
  • 1/2 large onion
  • 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream
  • 1 large clove of garlic
  • 2 teaspoons of of paprika
  • 2 cups of cheddar cheese2
  • 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Cut the garlic clove in half and rub it over the bottom and edges of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 º F.
  3. Peel the potatoes and dice the onion.
  4. Layer the dish in this order: potatoes, diced onions, paprika, salt and pepper, heavy cream cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese.
  5. Continue layering in this order, ending with the Parmesan cheese on the top.
  6. Add a small amount of the cream over the top and bake for about 40 minutes, until the potatoes are cooked and the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and serve.

Notes

(I've also made it with evaporated milk but it is so much better with the cream.)

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 235Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 247mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 9g

Nutritional information is approximate due to natural variation in ingredients and the cook-at-home nature of our meals.

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Carol

Sunday 6th of March 2016

Glad you enjoyed them Laura. They are one of my favorite recipes.

Laura

Sunday 6th of March 2016

Second time making these potatoes... AWESOME AND so Easy!!

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