Description
This Crock Pot Scalloped Potatoes recipe offers a comforting, cheesy dish that cooks slowly to perfection. Enjoy layers of tender potatoes infused with a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
- Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- Onions
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Gruyère cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Milk
- Cream
- Whole milk
- Half-and-half
- Almond milk
- Oat milk
- Unsalted butter
- Olive oil
- Vegan butter substitute
- Salt
- Pepper
- Nutmeg
- Garlic powder
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Start by peeling (if desired) and thinly slicing your potatoes. Aim for about 1/8-inch thickness so they cook evenly.
- Slice the Onions: Thinly slice the onions and set them aside. You want them to blend well with the potatoes as they cook.
- Layer Ingredients: In your crock pot, layer half of the potato slices, followed by half of the sliced onions. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a little nutmeg. Then, add half of your cheese on top.
- Repeat Layers: Add another layer of the remaining potatoes, onions, seasonings, and cheese. This layering will give you that delicious melty cheese in every bite.
- Mix the Milk and Butter: In a separate bowl, combine your milk or cream with melted butter. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered potatoes and cheese in the crock pot.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The potatoes should be tender and the cheese bubbling at the end of cooking.
- Final Touches: Once cooked, let the scalloped potatoes sit for about 10-15 minutes before serving. This will help everything set up nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure uniform slices for even cooking, and don't skimp on cheese for enhanced flavor. Consider adding cooked crumbled bacon, ham, or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.