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Scalloped Potatoes with Three Cheeses

Indulge in creamy, cheesy goodness with this Scalloped Potatoes recipe. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked in a rich three-cheese sauce make for the perfect comfort food.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2.5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice potatoes into thin rounds. Set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until smooth. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Reduce heat to low and add cheddar and Gruyère. Stir until melted and smooth.
  7. Layer half of the potatoes into the dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over them.
  8. Repeat with remaining potatoes and cheese sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce.