How to Make Scalloped Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving a family dinner, hosting a holiday feast, or looking for a delicious side dish to a main course, this recipe never disappoints. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender layers of potatoes, scalloped potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser.

These potatoes are incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. You can add different types of cheese, herbs, or e...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
  • ½ onion, thinly sliced
  • 9 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • 6 tablespoons butter, diced and divided
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups whole milk, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread about 1/3 of the potato slices into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with about 1/3 of the onion slices. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons flour over the potato and onion. Arrange 2 tablespoons butter atop the flour. Season the entire layer with salt and pepper. Repeat layering twice more.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan until warm. Pour enough warm milk over the mixture in the baking dish so the top of the liquid is level with the final layer of potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    396 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 172mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1160mg