Description
Creamy Potato Bake is a cheesy, tender, and comforting side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
2 lbs (900g) potatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a baking dish with butter.
3. Arrange a layer of potato slices in the dish.
4. Sprinkle with garlic, salt, pepper, and cheese.
5. Repeat layers until all potatoes and cheese are used.
6. Pour heavy cream evenly over the top and drizzle with melted butter.
7. Optional: sprinkle paprika for color.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
9. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for best results.
Add bacon or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
Swap cheddar for Gruyère or mozzarella for variety.
Layer thinly for even cooking.
Make ahead and bake when ready.
Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg