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    Home » Recipes

    Simple Scalloped Potatoes

    by Patti Estep · Mar 28, 2024

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    Oval ceramic dish filled with scalloped potatoes.
    Casserole dish of scalloped potatoes over a single serving.

    This recipe for scalloped potatoes is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal but is so simple and delicious that you may find yourself making them every week.

    Individual serving of scalloped potatoes on a white plate.

    I was thrilled when my sister offered to bring scalloped potatoes to my house last Easter. We had already decided to serve ham and scalloped potatoes pair great with ham. Plus the ladies, the guys too, in my family are all great cooks. Especially this sister, who is the oldest of our clan, and maybe the biggest foodie I know.

    Imagine my surprise when she tells me just how simple this dish is to make. I've made scalloped potatoes before and they taste wonderful, but they are a little time consuming, and somewhat difficult to make.

    Well, not this recipe. It couldn't be easier. In fact, if it wasn't for the richness, I'd be making these all the time.

    Casserole dish with the first layer of potatoes with cheese.

    How to Make Simple Scalloped Potatoes

    All you do is layer slices of potatoes and cheese, and repeat until you fill your dish.  Then you pour cream on top. Cover with foil and bake.

    Scalloped potatoes baked in dish

    What Type of Potatoes to Use

    I used Yukon gold potatoes. They have a very thin skin that you can leave on and they will hold their shape. However, you could use russet potatoes. They are starchier and may break down a bit but also may thicken the sauce which you may prefer.

    What Kind of Cheese to Use

    For this one, I used white cheddar. My sister used a fancy Gruyere. I think any semi-hard cheese would work. Even Parmesan would be good. However, if you are making this for a holiday such as Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, a fancy Gruyere is worth the price.

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    Do You Have to Use Heavy Cream?

    Again this is for a special holiday dinner I think it's worth it. However, you could also try half and half or whole milk. I'd even like to experiment with 2% milk to cut down on the calories. It may not taste quite as good, but should be okay for an ordinary weekday dinner.

    I also think adding some sprigs of thyme or rosemary in the layers would add a nice flavor to the dish.

    But really, how simple is this dish? You have to try it. You will definitely impress your family and friends.

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    Serving portion of scalloped potatoes on a dish.

    Super Simple Scalloped Potatoes

    Here's the perfect side dish for your next holiday meal. Scalloped potatoes that are quick and very easy to make.
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 230 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2.5 pounds yukon gold potatoes you could use any potato
    • 1.5 cups cream
    • 2 cups shredded cheese I used white cheddar
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Spray or grease a large casserole dish.
    • Wash the potatoes and peel the skin if you like. I did not as the golden potatoes have a very thin skin so they didn't need it.
    • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to slice the potatoes about 1/8 - 1/4 inch thick.
    • Place a layer of potatoes on the bottom of the casserole dish.
    • Sprinkle some of the cheese.
    • Sprinkle with salt and black pepper on top.
    • Repeat layering potatoes and cheese until you fill the dish.
    • Pour cream over all the potatoes.
    • Cover with foil and place in the middle of a preheated 375 degree oven for about 1 hour.
    • Check with a fork to see if the potatoes are tender.
    • Then remove foil and place until the broiler to brown. This will only take 1-2 minutes.
    • Let cool slightly and serve.

    Notes

    Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 228mgPotassium: 441mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 566IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although attempts have been made to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    Comments

    1. Marshablog

      March 25, 2016 at 9:23 pm

      It looks so delicious! Many thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    2. Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline

      March 11, 2016 at 2:00 pm

      These look so creamy, delicious and flavorful!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 11, 2016 at 3:58 pm

        Thanks Mary Beth. What a great blog hop this was. So many great recipes to be inspired by.

        Reply
    3. Karen @ Dogs Don't Eat Pizza

      March 10, 2016 at 10:23 pm

      Looks awesome! Pinned to make later!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 11, 2016 at 3:57 pm

        Thanks Karen. I hope you love it!

        Reply
    4. Jennifer Priest

      March 09, 2016 at 11:32 pm

      So easy! Love this recipe

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 10, 2016 at 3:21 pm

        Thanks Jennifer. I loved all the recipes. Such talent!

        Reply
    5. Kim @This Ole Mom

      March 09, 2016 at 7:39 pm

      Your potatoes look wonderful. And, I love that they seem easy to make. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 10, 2016 at 3:20 pm

        Thank you Kim. It was a super fun blog hop!

        Reply
    6. Teri@The Freshman Cook

      March 09, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      These sound so wonderful! I haven't had scalloped potatoes in so long. I can't wait to try these!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 5:34 pm

        Thanks Teri!

        Reply
    7. Jeannie @ For what it's worth

      March 09, 2016 at 2:39 pm

      It's been a long time since I've made them. I have fond memories of Sunday dinners with my family that included them. Your recipe is pretty close to how my mom made them.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 4:08 pm

        Hi Jeannie, sounds like your mom's was a smart cookie. I wish I had known about these a long time ago.

        Reply
    8. Michele

      March 09, 2016 at 12:32 pm

      I LOVE scalloped potatoes and these look AMAZING!! Gonna give them a try!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 12:51 pm

        Thanks Michele,

        I hope you love them as much as I do.

        Reply
    9. Renz

      March 09, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      So easy. Potatoes and cheese are always winners..

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 12:51 pm

        Thank Renz! They sure are in our family.

        Reply
    10. Denise Wright

      March 09, 2016 at 10:32 am

      These look so good! i know what I'm making for Easter!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 12:50 pm

        Thanks Denise!

        Reply
    11. Terri Oliver Steffes

      March 09, 2016 at 8:38 am

      Patti, thank you for stopping by! I love scalloped potatoes. These look just like my gramma's potatoes. That's a compliment, by the way!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 12:51 pm

        That is a compliment Terri. Thanks!!

        Reply
    12. SheilaG- PlumDoodles

      March 09, 2016 at 7:31 am

      One of my favorite ways to eat potatoes. I love this simplified way to make them, will be giving it a try!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 7:48 am

        Thanks Sheila. You may be amazed at just how easy it is. If it wasn't for the richness, I'd make them all the time. For now, they fall into the special occasion category.

        Reply
    13. Susie from The Chelsea Project

      March 09, 2016 at 7:22 am

      TYou had me at "I use white cheddar." LOL... These look delish. Can't wait to try.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 7:47 am

        Thanks Susie, we love white cheddar but the great thing about this recipe is you can use a number of great cheeses and it will still taste great.

        Reply
    14. Meegan

      March 09, 2016 at 6:52 am

      I am looking forward to making the recipe, Patti. Thank you for sharing and easy recipe 😉
      Have a great week.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 7:46 am

        Thanks Meegan! So many great recipes. I can't decide which to try first.

        Reply
    15. Kim (TheKimSixFix)

      March 09, 2016 at 6:15 am

      That looks amazing.. and using so few ingredients makes it so easy!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        March 09, 2016 at 7:45 am

        Yes, that's the beauty of it. Simple, good ingredients. Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply

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