Weeknight Scalloped Potatoes

40m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Peel the Russet potatoes.
  2. 2Slice the potatoes into thin 1/8-inch slices using a box grater with a slicing edge.
  3. 3Melt the salted butter in a 2 to 3-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Add the minced garlic and toast for about 60 seconds.
  5. 5Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.
  6. 6Stir the mixture until combined.
  7. 7Add the sliced potatoes into the pot, submerging them in the liquid.
  8. 8Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cover with a lid.
  9. 9Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes to ensure the potatoes stay in the liquid.
  10. 10Transfer the potatoes to a lightly greased 2-quart casserole dish.
  11. 11Spread the potatoes into an even layer in the dish.
  12. 12Sprinkle the freshly shredded Parmesan cheese on top.
  13. 13Bake the casserole in a 425°F (220°C) oven for 15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  14. 14Let the scalloped potatoes sit for about 10 minutes to cool before serving.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

potato peelercutting boardbox graterdutch ovenspoonbaking dishoven mittsoven

Tips

  • This is a game-changing method to enjoy scalloped potatoes on a weeknight.
  • No need to worry about uncooked potatoes with this method.