Scalloped Potatoes

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Creamy, tender potato slices baked in a rich sauce until golden and comforting
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Scalloped Potatoes

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 330.0

Description

This classic scalloped potato recipe delivers ultimate comfort food status with layers of thinly sliced Russet potatoes baked in a creamy, savory sauce. The combination of butter, flour, milk, and whipping cream creates a velvety texture that coats each tender slice perfectly. A hint of bacon drippings adds a subtle smokiness and depth of flavor that elevates this dish beyond a simple side. It is the perfect accompaniment to roast chicken, ham, or beef, making it an ideal choice for holiday dinners, family gatherings, or cozy weeknight meals. The top crisps up beautifully while the interior remains luscious and soft. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish is a timeless favorite that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Peel potatoes and slice them very thinly, ideally using a mandoline for uniform thickness.
  3. Grease a shallow 1.5-quart baking dish with butter or oil.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt together the bacon drippings and butter over low heat.
  5. Arrange a single layer of potato slices in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Drizzle some of the melted butter and bacon drippings mixture over the potatoes.
  7. Sprinkle lightly with flour, salt, and pepper.
  8. Repeat the layering process with remaining potatoes, butter mixture, flour, salt, and pepper until all potatoes are used.
  9. Pour the whipping cream evenly over the top layer of potatoes.
  10. Add milk as needed to barely cover the potatoes with liquid.
  11. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
  12. Bake at 350 degrees F (177&# 194;°C) for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  13. Remove the foil, raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  14. Bake uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  15. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 330.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1g22%
Saturated Fat 7.3g37%
Cholesterol 29.4mg10%
Sodium 279.2mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 41.6g14%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g21%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 9.2g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: potatoes, scalloped, creamy, baked, comfort food, side dish, russet, bacon drippings, whipping cream, flour, butter, milk, savory, holiday dinner, oven baked, tender, golden, layered, classic, home cooking
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