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Easy Scalloped Potatoes

An easy cheesy scalloped potato recipe that's really a hit on the dinner table. Nothing beats these creamy scalloped potatoes.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Easy Scalloped Potatoes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese to sprinkle on top
  • paprika

Instructions

  1. In a small sauce pan, melt butter and blend in flour. Let cook for a minute. Add all of cold milk, stirring with a whisk. Season with salt and cayenne. Cook the sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk. Reduce the heat and stir in the cheese.
  2. Place half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one quart casserole dish. Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes. Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Top with some paprika for color.
  4. Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.