Choose the right potato, and youll master this classic comforting dish.
Here’s our advice for making sure your next pan of scalloped potatoes is the best.
What Are Scalloped Potatoes?
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What Kind of Potatoes Are Best?
Waxyred-skinned potatoesare less starchy and likely too firm even after baking.
They are better for boiling, roasting, or frying.
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Why Aren’t the Potatoes Done?
Cook the dish as directed until the potatoes are fork-tender.
They should be done, but not so soft that they turn to mush.
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Why Did the Milk Curdle?
To start, the scalloped potatoes need time to bake.
verify to cook the dish at a low temperature.
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High heat will cause the milk to curdle.
Use milk or cream with higher fat content.
Whole milk, half-and-half, or cream and full-fat cheeses are necessary.
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Skim milk and reduced-fat products will not be your friend in this dish.
Best Scalloped Potato Recipes
Here are our favorite scalloped potato recipes for your next gathering.
Scalloped Potatoes With Ham
Recipe:Scalloped Potatoes With Ham
This casserole has it all.
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It’s your cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham all wrapped into one.
Make this for the main event or save it for a post-main event leftover casserole.
Add a salad to make it a meal, or serve it with eggs for anindulgent brunch.
Plus, Gruyere cheese blends seamlessly into this dish, becoming your new favorite.
Top with ham for the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Chipotle Scalloped Potatoes
Recipe: Chipotle Scalloped Potatoes
Infuse all your favorite flavors into one dish.
Adding chiles gives the rich cheesy sauce an extra kick not traditionally found in scalloped potatoes.
Plus, crumbled bacon adds a crunchy and savory texture that your guests will love.
In under 45 minutes, you’re free to have a hearty dinner ready toserve a crowd.
Loaded with ground lamb and plenty of vegetables, this filling dish can also be frozen for later use.
This classic scalloped potato dish is a creamy crowd-pleaser.
Try substituting Gruyere for Parmesan if you prefer.
