Description
Experience the embrace of Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, where layers of tender russet potato slices and sweet yellow onion rings intertwine covered generously with a cheddar cheese sauce. Baked to perfection these creamy and golden delights offer a combination of textures and flavors. Each bite presents a union of cheesiness and comforting heartiness with a crispy top and a velvety interior. Whether serving as a family side dish or, as an addition to any meal these Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes will undoubtedly steal the limelight and leave taste buds yearning for more.
Ingredients
4 russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch slices (about 2 lbs.)
1 yellow onion, sliced into rings
3 tbsp. unsalted butter
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
½ tsp kosher salt
2 c. whole milk, room temperature
1 ½ c. mild cheddar cheese, shredded
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch casserole dish using nonstick cooking spray.
Arrange the potato slices and onion rings, in the baking dish alternating between them.
In a saucepan over medium heat melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of salt continuously whisking for a minute.
Gradually pour in 2 cups of milk at room temperature stirring until the mixture thickens.
Add 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese stirring until it completely melts and becomes smooth, which usually takes around 30 to 60 seconds.
Evenly pour this cheese sauce over the potatoes and onions in the casserole dish then cover it with aluminum foil.
Bake for 85 to 90 minutes in the preheated oven until the potatoes turn tender.
For a crispy topping switch to broil after baking the potatoes and broil until the top becomes brown.
Season, with salt and pepper according to taste preferences. Enjoy your Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes!
Notes
To assemble a gluten-free rendition of this delectable Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe simply supersede all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour mix or opt for straightforward gluten-free flours like rice or almond flour. It’s important to guarantee that all the other ingredients, including the cheese, are also approved gluten-free to prevent any risk of cross-contamination. By assembling this adjustment individuals, with gluten sensitivities or allergies can relish the scrumptiousness of this side dish without any problems.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
