Potato Tomato Cheese Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Potato Tomato Cheese Bake, a rich and creamy casserole bursting with layers of flavor. Tender slices of potatoes and juicy tomatoes are nestled together and smothered in a decadent cheddar cheese sauce infused with garlic and a hint of oregano. This baked dish boasts a golden, bubbly topping that’s sure to impress at any dinner table. Made with pantry staples like butter, milk, and flour, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect as a cozy side dish or a hearty vegetarian main, this bake is a satisfying crowd-pleaser that's ready in just over an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Potatoes
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. Slice the tomatoes into thin rounds as well.

Step 3

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring consistently to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 6

Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Layer half of the potato slices evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 8

Pour half of the cheese sauce over the potatoes, spreading it evenly. Layer half of the tomato slices on top.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining potatoes, a pinch of salt and pepper, the remaining cheese sauce, and then the rest of the tomato slices.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 13

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving. Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1861.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2565.7

Total Fat 136.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 395.4mg	0%
Sodium 4628.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 81.0g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 1444.8mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 6283.3mg	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: 49.0%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 38.1%