Description
Ultra creamy scalloped potatoes baked in layers with garlic, three cheeses, sour cream, and a bold Cajun kick—perfect as a hearty side dish or comforting vegetarian main.
Ingredients
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- 5 lbs Russet potatoes, sliced 1/8″ thick
- 2 cups onions, chopped small
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (like Slap Ya Mama®)
- 8 oz sour cream
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, grated (divided)
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, grated
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray a 14 x 11½ x 2¼ inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Peel and slice potatoes to ⅛” thickness. Place in a large bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over onions; stir and cook for 2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in vegetable broth, stirring constantly. Add heavy cream, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until thickened (do not boil).
- Stir in 2 cups cheddar cheese until melted. Remove from heat.
- Layer ⅓ of potatoes in the baking dish, top with ⅓ sour cream and ⅓ cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle with ⅓ Parmesan, ⅓ pepper jack, and ⅓ remaining cheddar.
- Repeat layers two more times, finishing with cheddar on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 1½–2 hours, depending on potato thickness.
- Remove foil for last 15–20 minutes to brown cheese.
- Let sit 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes to ensure even cooking.
- Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Great for holidays, potlucks, or hearty family meals.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 638 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 41 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
