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The Best Creamy Simple Scalloped Potatoes

Creamy Simple Scalloped Potatoes are the Best Homemade Potato Dish. The perfect side dish to any meal. A simple white sauce brings potatoes to the next level. So Good!

Scalloped potatoes in a red dish.


 

The first time I tried this amazing Potato Dish was at a friend’s house. My Mom never made Scalloped Potatoes, I couldn’t understand why!

But I always loved them. The first time I made them was from a recipe a friend back home gave me. These Simple Scalloped Potatoes took me back in time.

And I remember thinking “yeah I still love Scalloped Potatoes”!

And of course my family did too. This dish became known as “Patate Canadese” (Canadian Potatoes) and were requested for every birthday, Christmas, Easter and any other holiday in between.

I have made other recipes that included different ingredients,  but this Simple Scalloped Potato Recipe is the one I always fall back on. Simple, Easy and the Best!

close up of a spoon of simple scalloped potatoes

How to make Scalloped Potatoes

  • Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, place in a bowl of cold water, let sit while you make the white sauce.
  • In a medium pot melt the butter, whisk in the flour and salt until smooth.
  • Slowly add the milk and cook stirring on low-medium until thick.
  • Drain and towel dry the potato slices.
  • Place a couple of spoonfuls of sauce on the bottom of a medium baking dish.
  • Top with a single layer of sliced potatoes. Spoon 1/3 of the white sauce on top.
  • Continue with another layer (1/3) of the sliced potatoes and sauce twice.
  • Sprinkle with a couple of spoons of grated parmesan if desired.
  • Bake covered for 45 minutes and uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
scalloped potatoes how to make, white sauce in a pot, one layer of potatoes, ready for the oven

Whenever I serve these Easy Homemade Scalloped Potatoes I sometimes like to serve a meat dish that I can bake in the oven or even something that needs to cook as long as the potatoes.

Don’t forget this Potato Dish makes the perfect accompaniment to your favourite summertime BBQ meal.

The best potatoes to use

The best potatoes to use are a starchy potato such as a Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, because they will help thicken the sauce and they bake up nice and tender.

How to store leftover scalloped potatoes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, they will keep for up to four days. I don’t recommend freezing as the creamy mixture could separate.

What to serve with Scalloped Potatoes

  1. Baked Italian Breaded Pork Chops
  2. Italian Roast Loin Pork
  3. Italian Fried Chicken
  4. Grilled Rosemary Marinated Steak

No matter what you decide to serve with this Baked Dish, let me tell you they are definitely the perfect side dish. Buon Appetito!

easy scalloped potatoes baked in a red dish
a spoon of simple scalloped potatoes

The Best Creamy Simple Scalloped Potatoes

Rosemary Molloy
Creamy Simple Scalloped Potatoes are the Best Homemade Potato Dish.   The perfect side dish to any meal. A simple white sauce brings potatoes to the next level.  So Good!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 323 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4-5 potatoes (medium)

WHITE SAUCE

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 1/2 cups milk

TOPPING (IF DESIRED)

  • 2-3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • freshly chopped Italian parsley

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, place in a bowl of cold water and let sit while making the white sauce. 
  • In a medium/large pot on low/medium heat melt the butter, add the flour and salt and whisk until smooth.  Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly until thickens, approximately 2-3 minutes.  Remove from heat.
  • Drain and towel dry the potato slices.
  • Place 2-3 tablespoon of white sauce on the bottom of baking pan**, add 1/3-1/2 of the potatoes and 1/3 of the white sauce continue for another 1-2 levels.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired, and bake covered for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes.  Let sit 5 minutes before serving.  Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.  Enjoy!
  • **I used a medium baking pan (10×7 inches / 26×17 centimeters) and made 3 levels, you could use a larger pan and make only 2 layers if desired.

Notes

The best potatoes to use are a starchy potato such as a Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, because they will help thicken the sauce and they bake up nice and tender.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, they will keep for up to four days. I don’t recommend freezing as the creamy mixture could separate.

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 490mg | Potassium: 1080mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 24.3mg | Calcium: 266mg | Iron: 7.2mg
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20 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This is the best scalloped potatoe receipe. We had friends over and they just raved about it. I did use half milk/half heavy cream. Then before baking I sprinkled with parmesan cheese and seasoned panko’s. What a wonderful side dish. I have tried some of your other dishes and have not been disapointed.

      1. 5 stars
        So my husband and I ARE those “add cheese to everything and then a little more” type of people ๐Ÿ˜† but this recipe is the one that actually doesn’t need cheese at all! We ADORE these potatoes!!

  2. Rosemary,
    What type of potatoes work best for this recipe? I enjoy your recipes, have made many of them! Thanks, Judy

    1. Hi Judy, the best potatoes to use are a starchy potato such as a Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, because they will help thicken the sauce and they bake up nice and tender. Hope that helps, take care and have a great weekend!

    1. Hi Pamela, it doesn’t really matter, I use salted in Italy because I can’t find unsalted. If you use unsalted just add a bit more salt to the recipe. And thank you glad you like the site. Take care and have a great weekend!

  3. 5 stars
    At last! A true scalloped potato recipe. This is how I made it years agoโ€ฆ..WHY does everyone need to add cheese to EVERYTHING??!!!!

  4. 5 stars
    Super tasty and very easy to make. I added extra butter for more flavor and it was delicious. My whole family loved it.

  5. 5 stars
    I have never seen scalloped potatoes that look as creamy as these! what an incredible looking dish, this is the perfect side dish…superb recipe

5 from 29 votes (22 ratings without comment)

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