A baking dish of scalloped potatoes with creamy layers and a golden top.
Ingredients for Easy Scalloped Potatoes
- Russet potatoes (2 1/2 lb), thinly sliced
- Butter (4 tbsp)
- Flour (3 tbsp)
- Milk (3 cups)
- Chicken broth or veggie broth (1 cup)
- Garlic (2 cloves minced)
- Salt (1 1/2 tsp) + black pepper (1/2 tsp)
- Optional: Parmesan-style cheese (1/3 cup)
Easy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe Step-by-Step
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 dish.
- 2. Make sauce: melt butter, whisk in flour 1 minute, whisk in milk + broth, simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened. Add garlic, salt, pepper.
- 3. Layer potatoes and sauce in dish (sprinkle cheese if using).
- 4. Bake covered 45 minutes, then uncover 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
- 5. Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe Card: Easy Scalloped Potatoes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Total Time: 95 minutes
Yield: 8–10 servings
Category: Side Dishes, Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian