Potato Bake (often called creamy baked potatoes or scalloped potatoes) is a comforting dish made with sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce until tender and golden. 🥔🧀
Ingredients
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar works well)
- 1 small onion, finely sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika or dried herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish. - Layer the Potatoes
Place a layer of sliced potatoes in the dish.
Add some onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and cheese.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used. - Add Cream
Pour the cream or milk evenly over the potatoes. - Top with Cheese
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and add small pieces of butter. - Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 20–25 minutes until golden and tender. - Serve
Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Tips
- Add bacon pieces or ham for extra flavor.
- Use sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter version.
- Sprinkle parsley or green onions on top before serving.
If you want, I can also show you 3 very popular potato bake variations (cheesy garlic, creamy chicken, and loaded bacon potato bake). They’re some of the most saved recipes online. 🥔✨
