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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Julia
Creamy Scalloped Potatoes made with milk and cream for the perfect rich, tender side dish. This easy scalloped potatoes recipe without cheese is ideal for holidays and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 8 servings
Calories 364 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 2.5 pounds potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish with a little of the butter.
    2 tablespoons butter
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
    2 tablespoons flour
  • Gradually whisk in the milk and cream until smooth. Add the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
    2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly. Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
    2.5 pounds potatoes
  • Pour over half of the cream sauce. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and sauce.
  • Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for a further 15 minutes, until bubbling and lightly golden on top. Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
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NOTES

  • Thin, even slices are critical for tender layers.
  • The sauce should be slightly thick before baking, not runny.
  • Resting time improves texture and slicing.

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NUTRITION

Calories: 364kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 710mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1077IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 1mg
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