Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Bake (Print-Friendly Version)
Layers of tender potato with creamy cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection. Ideal for holidays or cozy dinners.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Potatoes
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1 kg potatoes, thinly sliced
→ Cheese
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240 ml mozzarella cheese, shredded or chopped
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90 g cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Dairy
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240 ml double cream
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360 ml whole milk
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28 g unsalted butter, melted
→ Sauce Base
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16 g plain flour
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (gas mark 5) and generously butter a baking dish.
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Peel potatoes if desired. Using a sharp knife or mandolin, slice potatoes thinly and evenly.
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Layer the thinly sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish as preferred—standing upright or laying flat.
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Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking to avoid lumps. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
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Stir mozzarella and cheddar cheese into the sauce until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, ensuring even coverage. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and pour the remaining cheese sauce evenly over the potatoes. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, for approximately 60 minutes or until the top is golden and potatoes are tender.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley or dill before serving. Serve hot or warm alongside your preferred main dish.
# Extra Information:
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For crispier and evenly cooked potatoes, use a mandolin or food processor to slice them uniformly. Soak potato slices in cold water for 15 minutes to reduce excess starch and prevent sticking.
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Experiment with additional layers such as bacon, ham, or mushrooms for enhanced flavour and variety. Alternate cheese varieties like gruyere or parmesan for added depth.
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Season the cheese sauce with mustard powder or cayenne pepper for a subtle kick.