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Creamy Gluten-Free Scalloped Potatoes

Rich and hearty, creamy gluten-free scalloped potatoes are the perfect side dish for holiday dinners or a cozy night in. This comforting dish is easy to make and bursting with flavor, featuring layers of sliced potatoes, cream, and cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the potatoes
  • 4.5 lb potatoes, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes work best.
For the creamy sauce
  • 2.25 cups cream Can be substituted with coconut or almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 1.25 cups whole milk Can be substituted with coconut or almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp thyme
  • 1.75 tsp salt
  • 0.75 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
For assembly
  • 2.25 cups cheddar cheese Other cheeses like Gruyère or fontina can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Slice the potatoes into thin rounds and mince the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a pot, combine cream and milk over medium heat, bringing it to a gentle boil.
  2. Lower the heat and add the minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Simmer this mixture for about 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  3. In the greased baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes and cheddar cheese in three stages, pouring some of the creamy sauce over each layer.
  4. Once you've completed the layers, pour the remaining cream sauce over the top.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, uncover the dish, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

These scalloped potatoes are best served warm right out of the oven as a side dish. They pair wonderfully with roasted chicken or grilled meats. For added flavor, sprinkle with freshly chopped herbs before serving.