Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with these Three Cheese Scalloped Potatoes, a rich and creamy side dish that will elevate any meal. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe features layers of tender potatoes enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce made from Colby Jack, cheddar, and Parmesan. Whether you’re serving it at holiday feasts or enjoying it on a weeknight, these scalloped potatoes are sure to impress cheese lovers everywhere. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this dish is guaranteed to warm hearts and satisfy appetites.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Russet potatoes (peeled and sliced thin)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange sliced potatoes in a greased casserole dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook until lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in broth and cream; season with salt, pepper, and seasoning blend until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in cheeses except for the reserved amounts for topping.
- Spread sour cream over potato layers, then pour cheese mixture evenly on top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheeses over the top and cover with foil.
- Bake for about an hour or until fork-tender; uncover for additional browning if desired.
- Cool briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms into the layers. Ensure even potato slices for consistent cooking by using a mandoline slicer if available.