Cheesy, Creamy Perfect Scalloped Potatoes for Your Next Party

Who doesn’t love a rich, cheesy, golden dish of scalloped potatoes? Perfect scalloped potatoes are all about achieving that creamy, rich texture with tender potatoes and a golden, crispy top.

Ideal for family gatherings, holiday dinners, or any celebration, these scalloped potatoes are a crowd-pleaser!

Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, a holiday feast, or just looking to make something comforting, this recipe will have your guests coming back for more.

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe:

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:

2 T. butter
2 T. flour
1-1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. vegetable or low sodium chicken broth
2 t. dried thyme
2 lb. potatoes, freshly and evenly sliced, 1/8-1/4” thick
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1-1/2 c. gouda cheese, grated
1/2 c. parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Step-by-step Guide:

1 – Preheat the oven to 400° F and lightly grease a casserole dish.

2 – Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

3 – Add flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw taste in the flour.

4 – Slowly pour in the milk and broth, whisking constantly. Cook until mixture thickens, approximately 4-5 minutes.

5 – Remove from heat and stir in the dried thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6 – Layer half of the potatoes in the casserole dish, top with half of the sliced onion, half of the cream sauce, and half of the gouda cheese.

7 – Repeat with a second layer and finish with parmesan cheese on top.

8 – Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and place in the oven to bake for 40 minutes.

9 – Remove from oven, uncover, and bake for another 30-40 minutes, or until deeply golden brown on top.

10 – Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

11 – Enjoy!

Pro Tips for Success:

Thin, Even Slices Matter: For the best texture, slice your potatoes as evenly as possible. This helps them cook uniformly, giving you that perfect creamy, melt-in-your-mouth experience. If you have a mandoline slicer, use it! It will give you consistent, thin slices of potatoes.
Use Freshly Grated Cheese: Freshly grated gouda and parmesan melt better and have a richer flavor than pre-shredded cheese, which often contains anti-caking agents.
Add a Garlic Boost: For a flavor twist, add a minced garlic clove to the cream sauce. It will give your scalloped potatoes a subtle, savory depth that pairs perfectly with the cheese.