Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly baked, these scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Easy to make with simple ingredients and topped with golden bubbly cheese!
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds (about 2 pounds)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups whole milk, room temperature
- 1½ cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Arrange potato slices evenly in the dish.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and salt; cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk. Cook until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and mix until smooth.
- Pour cheese sauce over the potatoes. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 85–90 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Broil 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.