Fully Loaded Scalloped Potatoes

1h 10m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add one thinly sliced onion to a hot oiled pan, add salt and pepper, and sauté until caramelized.
  2. 2Set the caramelized onions aside in a bowl.
  3. 3Add four tablespoons of butter to the pan and melt. Whisk in four tablespoons of flour to make a roux.
  4. 4Add three cups of whole milk, whisking constantly, and bring to a simmer for two to three minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  5. 5Grease a 9x13 baking dish with some butter.
  6. 6Peel and thinly slice three pounds of potatoes. Place half of the potatoes in a layer on the bottom of the baking dish.
  7. 7Add half of the caramelized onions to the baking dish.
  8. 8Add eight to ten pieces of crushed bacon to the dish.
  9. 9Shred eight ounces of cheese and add half to the dish.
  10. 10Drizzle half of the sauce over the cheese.
  11. 11Repeat the layering process: potatoes, onions, bacon, cheese, and remaining sauce.
  12. 12Cover the dish with foil and bake at 350 degrees for one hour.
  13. 13Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.
  14. 14Add chopped green onions to the top.
  15. 15Serve with sour cream and your favorite hot sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 onion
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 3 pounds potatoes
  • 10 pieces bacon
  • 8 ounces cheese
  • 1 container sour cream
  • 1 bottle hot sauce
  • 1 handful green onions

Equipment

pancountertop burnerbowlwhisk9x13 baking dishaluminum foil