The Best Scalloped Potatoes Recipe For Easter Day 2024

Scalloped potatoes are a classic, indulgent side dish. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with a creamy sauce, then baked til golden brown.   

 – ▢2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced – ▢  2 tablespoon butter, cut into small piece – ▢1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese – ▢ 1/3 cup shredded asiago cheese – ▢ 1/3 cup shredded gruyere cheese – ▢ 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese – ▢1 large shallot, finely diced – ▢ 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave – ▢ 1 teaspoon salt – ▢ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper – ▢ 2 cups heavy cream – ▢ 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

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Step 1

Position a rack in the upper third of your oven and preheat to 425 degrees fahrenheit.

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Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the diced shallot, chopped thyme, salt and pepper. Give it a stir and set it aside. 

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Step 3

n another bowl combine the shredded mozzarella, asiago and gruyere cheeses, and mix together.

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Step 4

Add half of the butter to a large oven-safe skillet on medium-high heat. Add half of the potato slices, spreading them out.

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Step 5

Sprinkle 2/3 of the shallot mixture over the potatoes and then half of the three cheese blend.

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Step 6

Arrange the remaining potato slices on top and sprinkle with the remaining shallot mixture. Pour the cream on top and add the nutmeg.  Simmer for 5 minutes on the stove.

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Step 7

Dot the potatoes with the remaining butter pieces. Then sprinkle the remaining three cheese blend and top with the parmesan cheese.

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Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until golden, about 25-30 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving and garnish with a thyme sprig.

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