Peppery Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor, Peppery Scalloped Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish that will steal the show at any meal. This dish layers thinly sliced russet potatoes with a luxurious cheese sauce infused with a kick of black pepper and garlic for a crave-worthy depth of flavor. A perfect blend of sharp white cheddar and freshly grated Parmesan adds richness, while heavy cream and milk ensure a velvety texture. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection and finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, these potatoes make an elegant yet easy-to-prepare crowd-pleaser. Ideal for holiday gatherings, Sunday dinners, or simply elevating weeknight meals, this peppery, creamy casserole will keep everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium-sized Russet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2.5 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 cups Sharp white cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
• 1 as needed (for greasing the baking dish) Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin, even rounds about 1/8-inch thick. Use a mandoline slicer if available.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to form a smooth roux.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until it begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 6

Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce, ensuring the potatoes are fully coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 11

Allow the dish to sit for 10 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2446.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4909.6

Total Fat 314.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 197.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 966.7mg	0%
Sodium 8708.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 229.3g	0%

Vitamin D 386.9IU	0%
Calcium 5982.5mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 7280.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 23.2%