Cheesy scalloped potatoes are a classic comfort food side dish made with thinly sliced and seasoned potatoes baked in a cheesy cream sauce.

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

These cheesy scalloped potatoes really are such a classic side dish.

They’re one of those staple dishes that have a permanent spot on the party menu. It just wouldn’t be the holidays without them.

I’ve made this exact recipe for almost every Thanksgiving and Christmas for as far back as I can remember.

They’re so incredibly delicious and easy to make, too. Once I find a good thing, I don’t feel the need to mess with it.

This has been my “go to” recipe for what seems like forever and I hope it becomes yours, too.

My family and friends absolutely love these from the kids to adults. They’re one of the first side dishes to go, always.

They don’t need to be saved for the holidays, though. I’ve made these for many family dinners at home, too.

This recipe is fantastic because it can be served with practically any main course you choose.

I hope you give this recipe a try. If you do, I know you’ll love it just as much as my family and I do.

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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Variations

I love this recipe made just as it is, but here are some ways to change it up if you’d like to.

• Potatoes- Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are two great choices for this recipe.
• Slicing- use a mandolin to get thin, even slices if you can. The thinner the better but a knife will absolutely work, too.
• Seasoning- Add some thyme, rosemary or herbs of your choice to add another layer of flavor.
• Cheese- try a combination of any of your favorite cheeses for this one. Just be sure to shred the cheese yourself and avoid the preshredded stuff that comes in a bag. It will melt way better that way.

Other Easy Potato Side Dishes

If you like easy to make potato side dishes like this one, here are some others that I know you’ll love, too.

• Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
• Crispy Smashed Potatoes
• Loaded Mini Baked Potatoes
• Easy Ranch Potatoes

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Ingredients

• Russet or Yukon potatoes, sliced thin
• Butter
• Garlic, minced
• Heavy Cream
• Parmesan Cheese
• White Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
• Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°

First, melt the butter in a medium sized sauce pan over medium high heat and add the chopped garlic.

Next, stir until fragrant (about one minute) and add in the heavy cream.

Now, season the cream and butter with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and stir it all together over medium low heat.

Then, layer the bottom of a greased baking dish with half of the thinly sliced potatoes. It’s fine to overlap them.

Now, sprinkle them with salt, pepper and garlic powder.

Next, pour over half of the cream mixture over the potatoes.

Then, sprinkle the potatoes with half of the Parmesan cheese and half of the shredded cheddar.

Now, layer the rest of the sliced potatoes on top.

Next, season them with salt, pepper and garlic powder, pour the rest of the cream mixture on top and add the remaining cheeses.

Now, cover the potatoes with tin foil and place it in the oven for 40 minutes.

Next, remove the foil and place it back into the oven for another 30 minutes.

Finally, let the potatoes cool for 10 minutes, sprinkle with parsley (optional) and serve warm. Enjoy!